What Level of Care Does Your Loved One Need?
It is a difficult decision to move loved ones into a skilled nursing facility but often, it’s the best choice for their health and wellbeing. If you have been considering professional care for an aging family member but are not sure about the level of assistance needed, look to Avon Health Center for help. Avon…
Warm Weather Safety Tips for Seniors
When spring weather arrives, many of us are eager to get outside and take part in our favorite activities. From hiking to gardening and shopping at the outdoor mall, everyone should find an enjoyable way to spend time outdoors to avoid a sedentary lifestyle. While we all should pay attention to high temperatures and other…
3 Things to Know About Social Security
April is National Social Security Month. Over these 30 days, the Social Security Administration (SSA) educates people on who they are, what they do and their services offered. What should seniors approaching retirement and families of aging loved ones know about Social Security? 1. What Social Security Is Social Security is a system within our…
Can Seniors Donate Blood?
March is National Red Cross Month, an observance started after WWII by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The Red Cross was founded by nurse Clara Barton in 1881 with a mission to “prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies.” Every eight minutes, the Red Cross responds to someone in need, an effort made…