Let’s Talk About Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is often confused with dementia; however, Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia and accounts for 60-80% of dementia cases. Dementia is a deterioration of mental capacity that interferes with daily life, while Alzheimer’s is a progressive degenerative brain disease that occurs after brain damage and has symptoms of dementia that become […]
National Wellness Month – Aging Well
How to age healthy Health is important all year round but August focuses on the well-being of each individual, especially older adults, who should engage in wellness practices to improve their quality and lifestyle. It is known that as people age, a stigma or prejudice is created where being too old, not being able to, […]
WHY VACCINES ARE IMPORTANT AS WE AGE
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, a month dedicated to highlighting the crucial importance of vaccines, especially for older adults. As we age, our immune system weakens. Even if a virus was previously defeated, we are more susceptible as we age and stand a greater risk in the future. It is important that we consider […]
Summer Health Fair
The Elizabeth, NJ 5th Ward Cookout and Health Fair has been a tradition since 2005, as a commitment to give back to the community and to never forget where we come from. This year thanks to Councilman William Gallman Jr, we were able to attend this event at Jefferson Park and spend time with the […]
National Ice Cream Month – Fun Facts
July is National Ice Cream Month, along with the third Sunday of the month, as National Ice Cream Day. Adult Alternative Home Care is celebrating by giving out these delightful ice cream treats. This day was designated by President Ronald Ragan in 1984. The month is celebrated as a way to cool off and enjoy […]
National Therapeutic Recreation Week – Recreational Therapy Activities To Do At Home
It’s very important to improve our wellbeing and health not only for when we reach an age where it is difficult for us to carry out some daily or recreational activities, or due to a condition that limits us, it is crucial for everyone’s advantage. During the second week of July, the National therapeutic recreation […]
National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
Committing To A Supportive Environment For Mental Health Care In Diverse Communities July, National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, is a crucial time to shine a light on and address the unique mental health challenges faced by minority communities across the United States. This celebration is a poignant reminder of the disparities that exist in […]
Social Interactions and Memory Loss
It was a great pleasure to host lunch and present our services to the seniors of Chatham Senior Center. The seniors had a presentation on Memory Loss by the Alzheimer’s Association followed by lunch. It was a great turn out with over thirty members in attendance. The seniors meet regularly at the center to interact […]
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month- Take Charge of Your Brain Health
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. More than 55 million people are living with some form of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease being the most common type. Alzheimer’s is a degenerative disease which affects the parts of the brain that control memory, thought and language. We encourage you this June and always to take charge of […]
National Senior Health and Fitness Day
National Senior Health and Fitness Day is an annual event in the United States aimed at promoting the importance of regular physical activity and wellness for older adults. It typically takes place on the last Wednesday of May, bringing together thousands of older adults for various health and fitness activities. The day is marked by […]
