October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. “NDEAM is held each October to commemorate the many and varied contributions of people with disabilities to America’s workplaces and economy,” according to […]
Depression and alcoholism commonly coincide for all affected age groups. Many times, one proves to be a result of the other. These two disorders occur simultaneously in more than 8% […]
Nutrition is important for all age ranges. Just like gas for a vehicle, what we eat powers everything that keeps us going. However, as we age, our bodies have different […]
What is the source? In society’s older population, the leading cause of death due to unintentional injuries can be attributed to falls. Many factors contribute to fall risks, particularly visual […]
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Malik Weddle has not missed a day of work as a laundry tech at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital since he transferred to the […]
Drastically improve your patients’ understanding of their care! In all settings, and particularly home care, effective health education is necessary. Far too often, patients are discharged from hospitals and other […]
Day-by-day, many families are faced with home care decisions regarding an elderly or disabled family member. Numerous questions arise, and, as a result, a number of different options and outcomes. […]
From a very young age, we say things like, “I can do it myself.” As we age we begin to lose some of our independence. Your independence matters and senior […]
At Hope Heals Camp in Nauvoo, Alabama, caregivers experience a true “gift of rest.” Hope Heals Camp is a week-long camp experience that offers year-round resources and rest for people […]
One mother’s teachable moment for her son inspired the publication of a children’s book designed to raise awareness and acceptance of people with diverse abilities. In her first children’s book, […]