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Circle of Care Network Offers Free Elder Care Law Seminars

In an effort to support our senior citizens and provide them with the education they need to make decisions, the Circle of Care Network, a consortium of West Michigan based professional groups has recently been organized. - September 26, 2010 - Plachta, Murphy & Associates, P.C.

Lancashire Stairlift Company, Multicare, Pioneers Revolutionary ‘Slide Track’ Safety Device

Multicare Stairlifts is pioneering a new safety device for people who need stair lifts. - September 23, 2010 - Multicare Stairlifts

Bayshore Home Health Launches Bridging the Gap One-on-One on First National Seniors Day

Bayshore Home Health, Canada’s largest provider of home and community health care services, is inviting elected officials to meet with local seniors for a cordial, thought-sharing series of lunches across its network of 50-plus branches. The initiative, called Bridging the Gap One-on-One... - September 22, 2010 - Bayshore Home Health

True Health Reveals Risky Statin Drugs Can Seriously Decrease Coenzyme Q10 Levels

For those individuals taking statin drugs to help control high cholesterol such as Lipitor®, Crestor®, Pravachol® and Mevacor®, recent medical research indicates there may be an increased risk of depleting the body’s natural levels of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10). - September 22, 2010 - True Health

Health Resources Uncovers Research Supporting the Link Between Vitamin D Deficiency and Bone Strength

When it comes to health, most people may not even realize that they are deficient in key vitamins and minerals until it’s too late. In fact, new research from medical professionals indicates that increased vitamin D intake, especially in the form of vitamin D3, may contribute to improved bone... - September 22, 2010 - Health Resources

Shenita Williams is Coming Back to Her Recently Renovated Home by Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay

On Tuesday, August 24, Shenita Williams, the aunt of Paris Whitehead Hamilton, is coming back to her home after weeks of substantial renovations completed by Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay (RTTB), in partnership with the City of St. Petersburg, members of the Tampa Chapter of the National... - August 13, 2010 - Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay

Sales Consultants Make for a Power Duo Leading Kemmons Wilson Companies in a Positive Direction

Kemmons Wilson Companies announced that Martinez and Batkie will handle sales at three Memphis- area KW communities: The Oaks at Woodchase in Cordova; The Village at Schilling Farms in Collierville, TN; and The Oaks at Parkview in Olive Branch, MS. - August 07, 2010 - Kemmons Wilson Communities

ParentYourParents.com Celebrates Second Anniversary of Providing Free Information to Help Adult Children Help Their Aging Parents

Co-founders share how personal experiences lead to launch of ParentYourParents.com. - August 05, 2010 - ParentYourParents.com

Philadelphia Area Custom Publisher Hollister Creative Wins Three National Mature Media Awards

National Mature Media Awards honors Hollister Creative for Philadelphia Corporation for Aging’s newspaper Milestones. - July 27, 2010 - Hollister Creative

The Club at Briarcliff Manor Hosts Preview Tour of Construction of New Model Residences and Information & Design Center

Hundreds of area residents were on hand as The Club at Briarcliff Manor, a new $350 million fee-for-service Continuing Care Retirement Community under development in Briarcliff Manor, hosted its second annual Backyard Barbecue for Village and County officials, neighbors and future residents of the... - July 23, 2010 - The Club at Briarcliff Manor

ParentYourParents.com CEO and Co-Founder, Amber Sandhoff, Was a Guest on Great Day Houston

On July 14 the Great Day Houston program on KHOU focused on “The Golden Years” and had guests providing resources to help seniors and their adult children. - July 20, 2010 - ParentYourParents.com

Record Heat Has Families Making ‘Summer Survival Kits’ for Seniors

Senior care experts advise families to protect elderly from summer health dangers. - July 10, 2010 - Senior Helpers

WeLoveDates Launch New Dating Website for Over 50s Market

Following a successful launch of UK online dating website WeLoveDates.com in January, the online dating agency have now launched an over 50s dating website targeted towards the mature market of online daters. - July 07, 2010 - We Love Dates

ParentYourParents.com Launches Online Book Store

ParentYourParents.com launches online books store with books focusing on aging, caregiver support, senior related ailments and diseases, retirement planning and much, much more. - July 07, 2010 - ParentYourParents.com

Total Mortgage Expands Reverse Mortgage Program to Assist Growing Senior Population

Total Mortgage Services, a leading mortgage lender and broker, announced today it is expanding its reverse mortgage lending operation. This Reverse Mortgage Program, along with some of its lowest mortgage rates, will help more senior homeowners in need of accessing the equity available in their homes. - July 06, 2010 - Total Mortgage

Brentmoor Retirement Community Holds First Annual Ice Cream Social and Book Fair Event

The Brentmoor Retirement Community will host a free Ice Cream Social and Book Fair Sunday, July 18th, 2010 from noon to 3:00pm. The event will bring residents, family, friends, and the community together for a relaxing afternoon of socializing and old-fashioned fun. The Ice Cream Social will... - July 01, 2010 - Brentmoor Retirement Communities

Seniors Have a New Resource to Research Assisted Living Housing Options

Assisted Living Facilities launches with a nationwide directory of over 40,000 state-licensed senior living communities. A senior care blog and Q&A area also offer helpful advice and information for elders and their families considering assisted living. - June 26, 2010 - AssistedLivingFacilities.org

Unlawful and Abusive Guardianships/Conservatorships Focus of This Month’s AARP’s ‘Inside E Street” Program, Featuring NASGA Member

AARP, as part of their Inside E Street series, will present an interview on 6/24 and 6/25 with NASGA member Danny Tate, recently freed from an unlawful Nashville conservatorship.[1] Inside E Street is an informative half-hour talk show that delves into the issues behind the headlines. While most... - June 25, 2010 - National Association to STOP Guardian Abuse

Medical Modalities Seeks Partners to Market Air Fluidized Therapy Medical Beds

Medical Modalities is a distributor of Air Fluidized Therapy (AFT) Beds for patients primarily who have severe pressure wounds (bedsores). Medical Modalities is one of three present manufacturers of AFT beds in the United States and only one of two that provides this therapy in patients' homes. Medical Modalities is seeking AFT partners in other sections of the country that presently provide specialty mattress and related wound care services to patients in home care or institutional settings. - June 23, 2010 - Medical Modalities

Computer Company Releases Latest Version of Computer Especially Designed for Seniors

Computer Tutor Plus, the oldest computer company in the country to work exclusively with seniors, has released their latest version of their A Plus Senior Computer. A compact, easy to use, fully functional computer especially designed for seniors. - June 10, 2010 - Computer Tutor Plus, Inc

Long Term Care Market: Nursing Homes, Home Care, Hospice Care, and Assisted Living Report Now Available on ReportsandReports

The economy has challenged the business strategies of key players, while the recent healthcare legislation introduces changes that may affect revenues. These twin challenges are addressed in the Long-Term Care Market: Nursing Homes, Home Care, Hospice Care, and Assisted Living - June 10, 2010 - marketsandmarkets

House and Harland, Interior Design Firm Has Announced the Senior Living Interior Design Partnership of Cynthia House, ASID, and Lynn Crosby Harland, ASID

House and Harland, a Senior Living Design firm, has announced the partnership between Cynthia House, ASID, CID and Lynn Crosby Harland, ASID, CID. Both interior design professionals have been in the design field for over 20 years. Cynthia has been in Senior Living since 1994. Cynthia has been successful in the field of Assisted Living, Alzheimer and Independent Living facilities. Lynn has a background in Residential, Commercial and Hospitality design. - May 31, 2010 - House and Harland

Senior Resource Association 5K Freedom Run/Fun Walk Scheduled for Memorial Day This Year

Senior Resource Association is hosting their Annual 5k Freedom Run/Fun Walk at Riverside Park on Monday, May 31, Memorial Day. - May 21, 2010 - Senior Resource Association

ComfortLife.ca – One Stop for All Retirement Decisions

Canada's portal on year round education and camps has now come full-circle with a revamp of its site on retirement options across the country. A more comprehensive and easy-to-navigate search engine, richly researched articles and advice columns, and an expanded financial planning section makes www.comfortlife.ca Canada’s one-stop shop for any retirement living inquiries. - May 19, 2010 - Comfort Life Media

Lutheran Settlement House - Women of Courage: Women of Inspiration! May 20, Hyatt Regency at Penn's Landing, 5:30 Reception, 6:30 Dinner

Lutheran Settlement House - Women of Courage: Women of Inspiration! recognizes nine outstanding women, one woman who has distinguished herself by overall commitment to the wellbeing of Philadelphians and two women in each of the four areas of LSH’s work: bilingual domestic violence; community education and employment training; senior services, and homeless services - one woman who has been an advocate in the area and one who has received services, overcome challenges, and given back. - May 15, 2010 - Lutheran Settlement House

Memory Loss Study on Prevagen Supports 2010 Older Americans Month Theme

Memory loss (http://prevagen.com/MemoryLoss.html) study on brain health supplement, Prevagen, supports 2010 Older Americans Month theme, “Age Strong! Live Long!” Study results show Prevagen reduced forgetfulness, helps word recall and improves memory. - May 14, 2010 - Prevagen

Recent Study Reports Long Term Survival Improved Using Brain Monitor - Dementia After Anesthesia Now More Likely Avoidable Claims Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation

Fewer strokes after anesthesia using brain monitor reported. "Going under anesthesia for surgery without a brain monitor demonstrates a flagrant disregard for the value one’s own brain," says Dr. Barry Friedberg, founder of the non-profit Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation. "Demanding a brain monitor is a no-brainer." - May 04, 2010 - Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation

Plachta, Murphy Celebrates National Elder Law Month

One of the biggest problems faced is the legal protection of our senior citizens and the loved ones that surround and care for them. Plachta, Murphy & Associates is promoting National Elder Law Month awareness throughout the month of May by providing free local educational Elder Care seminars. - May 01, 2010 - Plachta, Murphy & Associates, P.C.

New Baby Boomer Online Dating Site

Pacifica Endeavors LLC has launched an online dating service for Baby Boomers. “Boomer Match Up” is intended to assist Boomers in connecting with other singles for compatible dating or just friendship. - April 29, 2010 - Pacifica Endeavors LLC

Shon Ingram Becomes Member of National Care Planning Council

Shon Ingram, president of Eldercare Life Solutions is honored to have been selected to become a member of the Georgia chapter of the National Care Planning Council. The Georgia chapter is a source of community care providers and advisers who help the public deal with current elder care... - April 23, 2010 - Eldercare Life Solutions

BullsEye Radio and Video Chat is Making Their Mark on the Internet

BullsEye Radio is one of the most interactive and entertaining Video chat and Internet radio sites on the world wide web today. People from all over the world are visiting and making new friends every day. Finally a place to come without the hassle of the everyday chatroom drama. Monitored chat. - April 21, 2010 - BullsEye Radio

Essential Questions to Ask Your Aging Parents Today

Finally there is a book that addresses critical issues in just 36 pages. With adult children pressed for time with the demands of their jobs, families and now their aging parents, Monique Snyder, MA, CMC, a Professional Geriatric Care Manager and the owner of Aboutmyparents.com has published,... - April 16, 2010 - aboutmyparents.com

House Call Dentist Offers Solution for Overscheduled Silicon Valley Families

Home Care Dentist offers a novel service for Bay Area residents seeking the convenience of seeing healthcare professionals in the comfort of home. - April 15, 2010 - Home Care Dentist

San Francisco Bay Area Dentist Makes House Calls ‘Cool’ Again

Home Care Dentist gets to the ‘route’ of the problem for patients with chronic frailty, mobility issues, phobia or other concerns with high-tech house call visits. - April 09, 2010 - Home Care Dentist

Radio Show Helps Nebraskans Avoid Nursing Home Poverty

KTIC Radio is bringing The David Carrier Show - “the how-to show for grownups” - to listeners in Northeast Nebraska - April 09, 2010 - The Law Offices of David L. Carrier, P.C. / The David Carrier Show

Macular Degeneration Foundation Reports on Little Known Syndrome that Produces Strange Halluncinations in People with Good Mental Health

93 year old woman with Macular Degeneration sees "Grayhaired Bearded Lady" - April 07, 2010 - Macular Degeneration Foundation

Silver Connections Owner Expands Membership to Caregivers

Silver Connections is expanding their membership to include caregivers. These individuals who are taking care of an ill spouse can benefit from the socializing opportunities that Silver Connections provides. - April 07, 2010 - Silver Connections

CARESHARING, a Community Forum for Caregivers -- Presented by Sno-Valley Senior Activities Center & Adult Day Health, SV Hospital District and Mt Si Senior Center

Free Community Event Provides Resources, Support and Inspiration. - April 01, 2010 - Snoqualmie Valley Hospital District

Health Care Reform Gets a Boost, Boasts Medical Firm: Paine & Williams Medical Associates

Health care reform is on life support; Dr. Thomas Paine of Paine & Williams Medical Associates injects new energy into the debate with a web site and proposed grass-roots strategy. - March 16, 2010 - Paine & Williams Medical Associates

Turning Your Memories Into Movies with Your Legacy Video

When a person passes on, it's like a library closing. Once they're gone, you can never access all those memories, stories, or wisdom first hand again. You're left to your own memory of that person, and over time, those memories start to fade. But now there's a way to preserve life stories that is fun and affordable—with Your Legacy Video. Creators John Grubb and Craig Vogel announce a new innovative way to convert your family history into a vibrant, colorful living video. - March 16, 2010 - Your Legacy Video

Elder Abuse Alert and Importance of Estate Planning

San Jose Estate Planning Attorney Richard Dayton was invited to speak at the El Camino Hospital, Mountain View for an in-session meeting with staff. Richard Dayton is committed to providing support to the community for estate planning information. It is beneficial for the public to be aware of Elder Abuse and understand the importance of estate planning. - March 11, 2010 - The Dayton Law Firm

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Dementia Care … But Forgot to Ask Presented by Comfort Keepers of Stuart

This seminar is designed to help family members who have a loved one with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. They will learn techniques that can improve the quality of life for the individual with dementia and the whole family. - March 03, 2010 - Comfort Keepers of Stuart

Dentist House Calls Stage a Welcome Return in the Bay Area

Home Care Dentist offers Bay Area seniors and professionals the convenience of seeing the dentist in the comfort of home. Their portable dental equipment transforms into a full-service dental office, complete with x-rays, in a matter of minutes. - February 25, 2010 - Home Care Dentist

Critics Embrace Laurence Fuller’s West End Debut

Laurence Fuller’s West End debut is a hit with critics. His eery and powerful portrayal of a 16th century doctor in charge of an insane asylum receives glowing reviews by London’s theatre critics. Fuller is happy with the extreme response; “It’s great the response has been... - February 22, 2010 - Laurence Fuller

Leading Senior Care Company Reveals Record Growth Amid Tough Economic Times

Senior Helpers earns Entrepreneur Magazine’s prestigious No. 2 ranking for “Top New Franchise” - February 22, 2010 - Senior Helpers

The Ehlers Group Seeks Senior Love Stories

The company, which specializes in marketing programs for senior housing communities, kicks off its quest for 365 Senior Love Stories on Valentine's Day - February 12, 2010 - The Ehlers Group

February is American Heart Month and Nordic Walking Poles Can Help Improve Cardiovascular Fitness

Doctors and Physical Therapists here in the USA have recently discovered that Nordic Ski Walking Poles radically improve balance, stability and gait – a huge aid during cardiac rehabilitation and for those with MS, Parkinson’s and Neuropathy (No Longer Just for Athletes and Expert Skiers). Wounded Warriors are also benefiting from the use of Nordic Walking Poles donated from www.skiwalking.com and the American Nordic Walking System. - February 11, 2010 - American Nordic Walking System SkiWalking.com