November 2009

In The Spotlight! - Ms. Carol Jackson

Carol is always on time and full of delight. She has a very warm personality, which has helped in caring for our son. Paul (our son) and Carol have bonded, and there is a friendship between the two of them. She is always willing to learn new things, which make things easier on both parts. We really appreciate everything that she is doing in our home for Paul.

Thank you,
Mary M. Jasman

There's No Place Like Home - for Growing Old

"The stairs are getting so hard to climb."

"Since my wife died, I just open a can of soup for dinner."

"I’ve lived here 40 years. No other place will seem like home."

These are common concerns for older people. The good news is, that with the right help, you might be able to do just that.

Several Ways to Make Holiday Travel Easier for Seniors

The elderly may find it more stressful to travel over the holidays because they are not used to all the traffic or crowds. There are ways to ensure that you have a much easier trip though, if you make advance plans.

Foods Seniors Are Advised Not to Eat

To reduce risks of illness from bacteria in food, seniors (and others who face special risks of illness) are advised not to eat:

Raw fin fish and shellfish, including oysters, clams, mussels and scallops.
Raw or unpasteurized milk or cheese.
Soft cheeses such as feta, Brie, Camembert, blue-veined, and Mexican-style cheese. Hard cheeses, processed cheeses, cream cheese, cottage cheese or yogurt need not be avoided.