Senior Housing Connection

Social isolation has an impact on an older adult’s overall well being, physical health and even their lifespan. An older adult’s connections with others and needs for new or renewed connections to family and friends, can be identified by a quality of life assessment. Quality of life ...[READ MORE]

A DAD’S SPEECH AT HIS DAUGHTER’S WEDDING I thought I would start my speech by addressing you as the “new” family of my daughter. But I think it would be inappropriate because now that she is married, you are “the family” for her. Believe me; I don’t have...[READ MORE]

According to the American Academy of Family Physicians Seniors experience a harder time getting the seven or eight hours of sleep each night needed to feel rested and refreshed in the morning. The common causes of sleep problems among the elderly include: Age-associated changes in the sleep-...[READ MORE]

It can be difficult to tell the difference between normal, age-related decline and something more serious. According to Alan Gruber, M.D., a psychiatrist with a private practice in Massachusetts, there are several ways a loved one can tell if an elderly relative is losing his or her independence....[READ MORE]

As National Honey Month is about to begin, I wanted to share some of my favorite uses of honey along with its natural health benefits! You may ask why does honey have its own national month and the answer is because most of the nation’s honey is actually harvested throughout the month of Se...[READ MORE]

Whether you're a long-distance caregiver, or your parents live close by, it's important to really understand what their needs are. Here are some areas to consider when you know mom or dad is beginning to need some help. All of the following suggestions are done 24/7 at Parkwood Heights Senior C...[READ MORE]

Summer and warmer temps are finally upon us. Along with trips to the beach and BBQs comes the threat of dehydration and heat exhaustion. This is especially true for our seniors. With aging, our thirst perception decreases. This places seniors at an increased risk for dehydration and other heat-re...[READ MORE]

When considering the health of your love one, it is important to look at the medications, supplements, nutrients, and minerals; they intake on a regular basis. Vitamin C, a supplement you can take daily is known to take your health care to the next level. Before you add a new supplement to your d...[READ MORE]

18 year study of nearly 100,000 women provides encouraging information Eating three or more servings of blueberries and strawberries per week may help women reduce their risk of a heart attack by as much as one-third, according to a new study. Blueberries and strawberries contain high levels of ...[READ MORE]

Ahh, summer. The warm weather brings opportunities for scenic walks, and relaxing with friends and family outdoors at the Parkwood Heights Park. Heat Risks for Seniors The heat, however, also poses health hazards, especially for seniors. They as well as children alike are more susceptible to h...[READ MORE]