With the array of assisted living facilities available throughout the United States, the sheer amount of choices can seem overwhelming; however, making the right choice is made easier when you start the search prepared. Think of the process in three steps: • Decide what you need • Find locations that match your needs • Evaluate locations using multiple resources • … [Read more...] about Choosing the best assisted living facility for your loved one
Health and Fitness
Alzheimer’s disease: black Americans are hardest hit
As the aging population continues to grow, so will the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease and worse yet, Blacks will be hit hardest. According to the Alzheimer’s Association’s 2018 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures, an estimated 5.2 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease and 1.1 million of them are Black Americans. Alzheimer’s disease is currently ranked as the sixth … [Read more...] about Alzheimer’s disease: black Americans are hardest hit
Transitioning your workout from outdoor to indoor
By: Jasmine Danielle Well, that was fun. Summer is fleeting and the temperature is dropping. This means that you’re either prepping your cold weather gear for outdoor workouts or trying to figure out how to bring those workouts indoors. The best thing about warm weather is having a number of workout options, but when living in cities that are subjected to brutally cold … [Read more...] about Transitioning your workout from outdoor to indoor
Relatives, friends can provide care to Family Care members through self-directed supports program
When Josephine Ivy has her hair brushed by her in-home personal care worker, it’s done with love. That’s because Ivy’s caregiver is her daughter, Unity Brown, who is a paid caregiver for her mother 22 hours a week. She does this through a Family Care program known as Self- Directed Supports, in which Family Care members can get the care they need from the people they’re most … [Read more...] about Relatives, friends can provide care to Family Care members through self-directed supports program
Fall is coming! #ANewSeason: Week4 – eat healthy! (cont’d)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th “Somewhere along the way, I realized that the new year doesn’t begin for me in January. The new and fresh has always come for me in the Fall. Ironically, as leaves are falling like rain, crunching beneath my feet with finality, I am vibrating with the excitement of birth and new beginnings…My year begins in … [Read more...] about Fall is coming! #ANewSeason: Week4 – eat healthy! (cont’d)
Three healthy ways to get the most out of your trips
Whether you are planning a local staycation, cross-country family getaway, or even an international excursion, for most Americans the summer and holiday months are full of travel. In fact more than half of Americans report that they intend to vacation in July, followed in quantity by August, June and September. With so many of us on the go, it is easy to be thrown off of a … [Read more...] about Three healthy ways to get the most out of your trips
Six ways to boost your energy without caffeine
Just can’t say no to Starbucks? Don’t worry, you’re not alone in this caffeinated battle. According to a research study, more than 85 percent of American adults consume some form of caffeine daily, with 164 mg a day being the average. Furthermore, at least 68 million Americans drink three cups of coffee every single day and more than 50 percent of Americans over the age of … [Read more...] about Six ways to boost your energy without caffeine
Children and mental health: What can you do to help your child?
By: Priscilla Q. Williams, RN Author, Speaker, Certified Life Coach, Global Nurse According to the Children’s Mental Health Report, mental health disorders are the most common diseases of childhood. An estimated 17.1 million children have or have had a psychiatric disorder more than the number of children with cancer, diabetes, and AIDS combined. This is a major issue … [Read more...] about Children and mental health: What can you do to help your child?
Healthy eyes for back to school
By Dr. Linda Chous Chief Eye Care Officer, United Healthcare Back-to-school season is in full swing and an ideal time to get your child’s eyes checked. Good eye health is important, in part because 80 percent of what children learn is through their eyes. The American Optometric Association recommends that a child’s first comprehensive eye exam should occur between 6 … [Read more...] about Healthy eyes for back to school
A healthy start back to school
Back to school is a great time for resolutions and fresh starts. With a little preparation and minimal effort, it is possible to set the stage for a healthy year. Here are some small steps that will get you moving in the right direction. Pack healthy school lunches Despite recent nutrition guidelines, school lunches are not always the most nutritious, so try packing your … [Read more...] about A healthy start back to school