National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. At Avon Health Center, we provide this highly specialized type of nursing care, which helps increase patient comfort in the final days of life. Our experienced staff understands this is a difficult time for families, but hospice and palliative care is often the best choice for your…
What Are Activities of Daily Living?
As we age, it can become a challenge to keep up with self-care. Many seniors move into skilled nursing facilities when they have lost the ability to independently perform activities commonly known as “activities of daily living” (ADLs). This term was first coined in the 1950s by American physician Sidney Katz. What are these common…
Driving Safety Tips for Seniors
The Federal Highway Administration reports about 87 percent of the driving-age population has a license. Of that number, about 16 percent are over the age of 65. According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), age can have a negative effect on driving ability. If your older loved one is reluctant to stop driving but has…
September Is National Mold Awareness Month
Founded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, National Mold Awareness Month is observed every September. It brings awareness to the hazardous health effects of mold in the home and commercial buildings. Indoor mold growth is unsafe for pets and humans – especially older people, who are more susceptible to respiratory health problems. If an aging…