Tips for Healthy Aging
For older adults, health and wellness are of the utmost importance to prolong their lifespan. We encourage a healthy lifestyle at Avon Health Center by offering regular health services, recreational activities and a nutritious dining menu. What else can seniors do to promote healthy aging? Disease Management According to the National Council on Aging, 80…
Flu Prevention for Seniors
The time of year for flu shots is here again! Every pharmacy and doctor’s office will be promoting the vaccination to prevent the spread of flu symptoms in schools, at the office and yes – in senior living facilities too. The flu is highly contagious and, if someone in a nursing home has the virus,…
When to Start Looking at Skilled Nursing Facilities
As you might expect, the decision to move a family member into a nursing facility can be a tough one. Many families feel they’re abandoning the loved one or evading their responsibility to provide the care he or she needs. Yet in many cases, skilled nursing is the best option for a senior’s wellbeing. What…
Should an Aging Loved One Move In?
Do you have an aging loved one in poor health? During this emotional time, you may consider having the family member move in with you. According to the National Institute of Health, one in every four caregivers lives with the relative he or she cares for from day-to-day. However, what should you consider before choosing…