0

Planning Ahead: Advance Directives Provide Peace of Mind

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...

0

Know the Lingo

As we age, or we care for aging family members, it can sometimes become confusing when dealing with all the different types of care available, and the terminology used by professionals when discussing...

0

Assisted Living: Can You Afford It?

a senior couple researches senior living costs

Many seniors struggle with the idea of moving from their homes of (typically) decades and all that it entails emotionally, as well as the financials associated with a move. “Sticker shock” is probabl...

0

What’s in Your Back Pocket? A Question During Social Work Month

By Dorian Froelich, LMSWChief Social Work Officer, Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center As Social Work month comes to a close, my question to you is “What’s in your back pocket?” We...

0

Four Tips for Seniors Out in the Cold

Cold is no fun for anyone, but it can be dangerous for seniors, who tend to have a thinner fat layer beneath the skin and who take medications that could cause poor circulation or thin blood.  Bo...

0

Honoring Gurwin’s Volunteers During National Volunteer Recognition Week

by Kathleen Donnelly, Director of Volunteer Services National Volunteer Recognition Week reminds us that there are communities filled with inspiring people who give away the one thing most people h...

0

7 Reasons A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Should Be Your New BFF

by Stefanie Grzancic RDN, CDN March is National Nutrition Month, an annual awareness program created by The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to encourage healthy living through proper nutrition. ...

0

Embrace and Celebrate National Home Care Month

Each day, millions of people across the United States are able to remain living safely in their homes because of the skills and dedication of their caregivers.  Caregivers are the backbone of the...

0

Your Rights & Responsibilities as a Nursing Home Resident

When a resident is admitted to a nursing home, it may feel as if things are out of their control and that they are at the “mercy” of the facility.  Any person requiring nursing home care should b...

0

Celebrate Grandparents Every Day!

Author Irma Bombeck once said, “If I knew that grandchildren would be so much fun, I would have skipped the children!” And it’s true! Ask any grandparent and they will tell you that ...

0

The Importance of the Pneumonia Vaccine for Seniors

The warm weather makes it hard to imagine that the winter is on its way, but the cold temperatures are just around the corner!  And with those cooler temperatures comes the increased risk of pneu...

0

Retirement Options: Why Choose a CCRC?

When weighing retirement options, you should consider a continuing care retirement community (CCRC). CCRCs offer a wide range of services for your current lifestyle as well as your future needs. With ...