by adavid | May 18, 2021 | Care Coordination
A Book Review by Julie Randolph, Care Coordinator I recently read a book that has expanded and challenged my mindset on aging. The author possesses the gifts of encouragement and motivation. If you are curious about the possibilities of “more” in older age, read on....
by adavid | Apr 19, 2021 | Care Coordination
By Elizabeth Burnett, Care Coordinator Medical bills can be a daunting expense. Whether it is an unexpected hospital stay or an ongoing illness, there are times when the bills can be greater than a person’s monthly income. Sometimes individuals feel they must choose...
by adavid | Mar 22, 2021 | Care Coordination
By Julie Randolph, Care Coordinator In the fall of 2020, Senior Services became aware of a local agency’s need for older adults to assist young adults and school aged children with literacy and the art of letter writing through a Pen Pal connection. Care Coordinators...
by adavid | Feb 18, 2021 | Care Coordination
By Julie Randolph, Care Coordinator If you, or a loved one, are facing a progressive eye condition, it is a good idea to start preparations for continued decline in vision. Responding to vision loss takes time, ingenuity, and creativity. The educational and skill...
by adavid | Jan 18, 2021 | Care Coordination
By Julie Randolph, Care Coordinator In the Netflix film, Hillbilly Elegy, there is a poignant scene of an older adult, played by Glenn Close, accepting a home delivered meal from a Meals on Wheels volunteer. The older adult asks for more food but is denied, as the...
by adavid | Jan 18, 2021 | Care Coordination, For Caregivers, Health & Well Being
Staying Healthy During the Winter As we age, our body’s ability to maintain a constant temperature is diminished, and certain diseases and conditions may make controlling the body’s temperature even more difficult. As you spend time enjoying winter activities such as...