seniors

Times Union: Seniors at The Terrace at Beverwyck Receive ‘Darn Good Yarn’ Donation

December 16, 2015

The Terrace at Beverwyck's Community Service Group receives a generous donation of yarns from Darn Good Yarn of Schenectady and founder, Nicole Snow. Members of the group will use the yarn to make hats, scarves, and lap blankets to donate to area hospitals and community organizations in need. [...]

LiveSmart: Include Safety in Your Holiday Preparations

November 18, 2015

Don't let the holidays be marred by an accident. Prepare your home for older loved ones, who are among the most prone to dangerous falls or mishaps. [...]

Business Review: Helping Families Cope with the Anguish of Elder Care

September 30, 2015

The Albany Business Review interviewed Karen Meemken, elder care consultant for the CHOICES Geriatric Care Management Program at St. Peter’s Health Partners, about the [...]

LiveSmart: Adult Day Care Offers Safety and Stimulation Away from Home

September 30, 2015

It can be challenging for caregivers to ensure seniors are reaping the benefits of a strong social network outside the home. An adult day program can help. [...]

LiveSmart: Medical Alert Technology Enhances Safety for Seniors

September 16, 2015

For seniors at home and on-the-go, the ability to summon help at the time of a fall is critical to keeping an emergency from turning into a tragedy. [...]

LiveSmart: Eddy Haven Offers Support, Protection to Seniors

May 27, 2015

It’s been called one of society’s best-kept secrets, but the problem of elder abuse is more common than you think. May is National Older Americans Month, a time to shed light on and raise awareness of this growing issue impacting our vulnerable aging population. [...]

LiveSmart: Safety First in Senior Driving

April 29, 2015

A recent study released by the American Automobile Association’s Foundation for Traffic Safety reported that accident rates for drivers 65 or older have been declining, with 31 percent fewer fatalities in 2012 than in 1997. [...]

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