LiveSmart: Include Safety in Your Holiday Preparations
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. [...]
Wellness
LiveSmart: Veterans Eligible for Assisted Living Pension
Veterans and eligible family members in need of intermediate or skilled nursing care may be able to access a tax-free pension to offset the cost of care. [...]
LiveSmart: Time to Think About Medical Insurance for 2016
Open enrollment for the NY State of Health, the official health plan marketplace for New York state, began November 1 and runs through February 15, 2016. [...]
LiveSmart: Keep the Scares Fun this Halloween — Be Safe!
This Saturday is the big night -- Halloween! Before you head out, a few simple precautions can make sure everyone has a safe and fun time. [...]
LiveSmart: Exercise Key to Healthy, Happy Brain
Exercise boosts brain power. It also increases oxygen to the brain, which promotes the growth of brain tissue and tiny vessels that keep our thinking sharp. [...]
LiveSmart: 3D Mammography Another Tool in Battle Against Breast Cancer
3-D mammography offers greater diagnostic accuracy, as radiologists can scroll through layers of breast tissue to rule out issues and identify cancers. [...]
LiveSmart: Keep it Clean — Exercise Proper Hand Washing
You count on your hands every day to do your dirty – as well as your clean – work. In between the dirty and the clean it’s important to wash your hands. [...]
LiveSmart: Adult Day Care Offers Safety and Stimulation Away from Home
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: Get Your Shot Soon to Fight the Flu
Hygiene is key to fighting the flu, but the best prevention against the flu is to get vaccinated. [...]
LiveSmart: Medical Alert Technology Enhances Safety for Seniors
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. [...]
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