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the blog of Porter HillsThe Yellow Brick Road to Brain Fitness
I love the classic movie, The Wizard of Oz. My favorite scene is when Dorothy approaches a crossroad and meets the Scarecrow on her journey to find the Wizard. While contemplating which road will take her to Oz, Mr. Scarecrow attempts to give her directions. Following his incoherent ramblings, read more.
Emotional Wellness in Aging
Dr. Allison Ilem, PhD, BCBA
LifeCircles PACE
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Healthy aging rests on the cornerstone of emotional wellness. Living well involves identifying what’s most important to us, making the best of what we need to continue these important life-giv read more.
‘Tis the Season of Giving
Katie Joseph, MPA
Director of Development
Emmanuel Hospice
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It’s the time of year when bell ringers collect change, families volunteer at soup kitchens, and churches begin their Christmas toy drives. As the year wi read more.
A Program That Works. A Benefit That Matters.
Sara Lowe, LMSW
Executive Director
Emmanuel Hospice
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November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, which is about bringing awareness to discussing hospice with loved ones. Each year, the Hospice and Palliative Care Asso read more.
What is Atrial Fibrillation?
Julie Godfrey, RN COS-C
Nursing Clinical Manager
Porter Hills Home Care
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September is a Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month
Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is an irregular and often rapid heart rate that can increase your risk of read more.
Using Essential Oils to Manage Symptoms
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Sara Lowe, Executive Director
Emmanuel Hospice
In recent years, essential oils have grown in popularity, and their use has also increased in healthcare settings as an alternative method to treat symptoms. They offer a uniqu read more.
Addiction in older adults
Amy Rowland
Social Worker
Porter Hills Home Care
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Last week (Monday, January 22nd through Sunday, January 28th) was National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® a health observance week that aims to SHATTER THE MYTHS read more.
Grief and Social Media
Sara Lowe, LMSW
Executive Director
Emmanuel Hospice
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It’s natural that we want to share both triumphs and tragedies with our family and friends – and that includes posting online. However, it may be prudent to take a breath before de read more.
Simple Winter Safety for Seniors
Jack Hart, DPT
Physical Therapist
Porter Hills Home Care
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With the winter months come ice, snow, and hazardous weather. These winter conditions can be inconveniencing at best, and downright dangerous at their worst. Older adults, in particula read more.
How can a nurse help me?
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Nurses work in a profession caring for people in many ways, probably more than you know. When most people think of a nurse they envision someone working in a hospital or passing medications. The truth is nurses have many roles.
As the hea read more.
