When it comes to honoring those who served our country, ensuring they receive quality care shouldn’t be a financial burden. At Gurwin Healthcare System, we’ve helped countless Long Island ...
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2025
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The end of the year brings families together for celebrations—often for the first time in months. While these holiday gatherings create cherished new memories, they can also reveal important signs tha...
The holidays are a time for celebration, family gatherings, and cherished traditions. But when a loved one is living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, this holiday season can bring unique ch...
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2025
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Stuart B. Almer, FACHE, President and CEO of Gurwin Healthcare System, was recently featured on NPR’s Heart of the East End with award-winning journalist Gianna Volpe to discuss innovative appro...
Sep
2025
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As people grow older, their needs, routines and lifestyles evolve. For many, assisted living communities provide not just support but also opportunities for growth, connection and joy. Far from being ...
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2025
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As our parents grow older, it’s natural to reflect on the many ways they’ve cared for us over the years — with strength, love and unwavering dedication. And now, as roles gently shift, we ...
If we learned anything from the pandemic, it’s that socialization is vital to every individual’s overall well-being, and is especially critical for older adults in order for them to thrive. Studies ha...
It always seems too early, until it’s too late End-of-life care is not a discussion that most people want to have with their loved ones, but the best time to have that talk is in a time of ca...
According to the Centers for Disease Control, each year one out of every three people over the age of 65 falls. In this age group, falls are the leading cause of injury and death, and are the most com...
As we age, our bodies become more susceptible to illnesses and infections. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common illnesses faced by older adults, and they are often difficult to d...
Caring for an older parent, relative or friend is often a labor of love, but can be daunting as well. As a caregiver, you may face a host of new roles and responsibilities, many of which can be unfami...
As adult children, it’s human nature to view our aging parents through rose-colored glasses. After all, they are the wise, strong-bodied individuals who nurtured us, then became our friends and ...