In Oxford and elsewhere around the country, National Public Health Week is scheduled for April 5 – April 11, and it will be a week focused on the theme of “Building Bridges to Better Health”. Seniors are particularly affected by this,…
April is National Humor Month, and the whole point of designating such a month in this way is to have more people appreciate the therapeutic value of laughter and joy. Being able to share a laugh with someone can very…
Since March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, it’s only fitting that you take some time over the next several weeks to give some thought to how brain injuries can be prevented, as well as how people who have been injured…
March has been designated International Listening Awareness Month by the International Listening Association, so as to promote the major role that listening plays in all our lives, especially to senior citizens who are often less social and more often on…
Rheumatoid Awareness Day is February 2nd, 2021 in the U.S. and is helpful to increase your own awareness of rheumatoid arthritis, and how you might be able to contribute to a better understanding and treatment for this dread condition. In…
February 19,2021 will be National Caregivers Day in this country, so in Oxford and elsewhere around the U.S., people will take the opportunity to recognize the immense contribution made to society by these dedicated professionals. Senior home care professionals have both the necessary skills…
January 4th through January 10th is National Folic Acid Awareness Week, and that makes this a great time to learn about the impact of folic acid on your senior loved one. In Water Valley and elsewhere around the country, people will be promoting…
Since January is the first month and the beginning of a brand new year, it’s a great time in Tupelo and elsewhere around the country to reflect on quality of life, and what it is about your life that makes…
There are any number of celebrations throughout the year which may cause stress to seniors especially, and make them uncomfortable. Senior home care professionals are generally aware of the impact that such celebrations have on their charges and will take steps…
In Pontotoc and elsewhere around the U.S., we are heading into the flu season and that means it’s time to take a few extra precautions for avoiding this potentially deadly disease. National Influenza Vaccination Week will be observed on December 6th through…