Alaska Run for Women Making Strides of Anchorage Mayor Sullivan Promotes Prostate Cancer Awareness for Anchorage Anchorage Fire Department Goes Pink for Cancer Awareness Relay for Life Alaska Men’s Run Pinktober Pink Party UAA Dental Days Chains of Caring According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 41% of Americans will be diagnosed with some type […]
Finding out a loved one has cancer can be overwhelming. Cancer affects not only the person diagnosed but all those who care about that person. You may be wondering, “What should I do now?” or “How can I help?” – There are many sources of support for people facing cancer. The American Cancer Society is […]
Talking to our elderly loved ones about fall prevention can be challenging, as with many issues that arise around the topic of aging. Often times, it’s really hard for people to accept that their ability to get around is compromised or that their sense of independence is declining. As we’ve talked about before, many falls […]
September is Fall Prevention Month! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), each year, one in every three adults aged 65 or older will suffer a fall. It is likely that such a fall will result in moderate to severe injuries, including hip fractures and head trauma. It is also well known […]
As Mom and Dad age in a family dynamic we like to think they’ll never change…they won’t forget, they won’t deteriorate or get hurt, get sick minimally and live long and healthy lives. However, as most of us have already faced playing the role of caregivers for our aging loved ones; that almost all of […]
When you’re young and able-bodied, you don’t think much about a fall. You may simply dust yourself off and carry on. But for the elderly, falls can cause injuries from scratches, bruises, and abrasions to more serious harm such as fractures and head trauma. These falls can have serious effects on a senior’s life and […]
September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month. Every year, one-third of all people over the age of 65 will experience a fall. Often, these falls can result in broken bones and/or a decline in the overall health of the individual. These types of accidents are especially prevalent in Alaska, due to the extreme weather conditions that […]
Now that we’ve talked about what independence really means for most seniors, let’s look at a few important keys to helping seniors remain independent, for as long as possible. Keep Healthy Paying attention to your health is one of the most important things you can do for your independence: Exercise regularly—we already talked a lot […]
In Alaska (and other places with distinct seasons) the end of summer can bring on a whole range of emotions and also trigger changes in our daily patterns. It can be a fun time of year, but it also might be a time of year that causes a little anxiety for us. As we get […]
