Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Posted by nate on March 17, 2011 | No Comments
Happy St. Patrick’s Day from all of us at Our House Assisted Living!
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Preventing Caregiver Burnout!
March 16, 2011 | No Comments
The demands of caregiving can be overwhelming, especially if you feel you have little control over the situation or that you’re in over your head. The good news is that you’re not alone. Help for caregivers is available. 4 things to help Prevent Caregiver Burnout: 1. LEARN AS MUCH AS YOU CAN about your family [...]
FUN GIFT IDEAS FOR GRANDPARENTS
March 14, 2011 | No Comments
CLOSE TO HOME ASSISTED LIVING – Most grandparents have downsized and will tell you that they don’t need anything, which makes them very difficult to buy for. When shopping for grandparents, consider consumable gifts, things that they would buy and use anyway, but with a unique “spin.” Like this personalized Stamp from ZAZZLE! Makes sure [...]
Why Do We Gain Weight As We Age?
March 11, 2011 | No Comments
image from Al Bello/Getty Images… It’s common knowledge that you just can’t eat what you used to. But why is that so? There are ways to fight back — and win! Listen to this article discussing how the body deals with the aging process, and how you can combat some of the most common effects! LISTEN [...]
Funny Prayer about Getting Old
March 9, 2011 | No Comments
With the timing of a professional comedian, this diminutive “little old lady” shines a very funny light on the foibles of aging, to the delight of an audience filled with senior-care experts. WATCH THE VIDEO >> . Our thanks to Gaye Lynn Kreider and her Father for sharing this with us.
Myths and Facts About Depression in the Elderly
March 7, 2011 | No Comments
Depression is not a normal part of aging, but nearly 20% of the older population—twice the rate of younger cohorts—experiences it. Even more troubling, only half of seniors with mental health problems gets treatment of any kind, and less than 3% get treated by a mental health specialist. By the time people are over 65, [...]
HowDoesShe Video!
March 3, 2011 | No Comments
MAKE A DIFFERENCE TODAY Just in case you missed the cool video HowDoesShe featured on Our House for National Family Week !
Long Distance Caregiver – Challenges and Solutions
March 2, 2011 | No Comments
By: Helen Hunter, ACSW, CMSW Families who struggle to care for a parent across the miles have a unique disadvantage. They cannot be there to know what is really happening. It is often difficult and frustrating to reach doctors or social service agencies and to be able to coordinate the needed care. The older parent [...]
FDA OKs Pacemaker That’s Safe In MRI Scanners
March 1, 2011 | No Comments
Due for an MRI? If so, leave your bank and credit cards at the door, unless you’re keen on bulk erasing the magnetic strips.. The FDA just approved a new pacemaker that works during an MRI… <<READ MORE>> and don’t forget to “SHARE” & “LIKE” THIS POST on FACEBOOK!
Is it safe for me to exercise?
February 28, 2011 | No Comments
http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/seniors/staying/754.html CLOSE TO HOME ASSISTED LIVING – Helping your loved one get into an exercise routine can be intimidating and hard, this is a great article working with some basic principles for safe exercise. Make sure you LIKE our FACEBOOK PAGE!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAN!
February 24, 2011 | No Comments
Dean is celebrating his 55th birthday on Saturday February 26th. Our House of Orem Assisted Living at 410 South Main Street will be having an open house from 1-3. Please join us at Our House to celebrate Dean’s Birthday and enjoy some brownies and ice cream. Dean grew up in Lakewood, Colorado with 3 older brothers [...]
