Posts by Jennifer Benjamin
Four Steps You Can Take to Help Lower Your Dad’s Risk of a Stroke
Stroke Prevention: Every four minutes, the CDC claims someone dies following a stroke. Every 40 seconds, someone has a stroke. One out of every four stroke victims has already had one stroke.
Read MoreWhat Are Your Parent’s Cancer Treatment Goals?
Senior Care in Islip NY: As soon as you hear that your aging parent is living with cancer, your mind likely goes to treatment. Getting the type of treatment that is right for them is a critical element of coping with this illness in the best way possible while preserving their quality of life, even if that means not seeking treatment at all.
Read MoreCould Your Parent Have GERD?
Home Health Care in Bay Shore NY: GERD stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease. It’s a condition of the digestive system that can be irritating and even painful, causing heartburn and indigestion.
Read MoreStorm Preparation – Four Ways to Make Sure Your Mom is Safe
Home Health Care in Islip NY: If a storm hits, do you have a plan to keep your mom safe? Hurricane season isn’t the only storm seniors face. A winter Nor’easter can knock out power for days. A strong thunderstorm may trigger tornadoes or straight sheer winds.
Read MoreFire Prevention Checklist: The Bathroom
Home Health Care in Bayside NY: Each year throughout the United States there are approximately 400,000 home fires. These catastrophes result in more than 11,000 injuries to civilians, and more than 3,000 deaths to civilians. This statistic can be frightening for you as a family caregiver to an aging parent.
Read MoreFun Ideas for Family Physical Activity
Home Care Services in Bayside NY: Getting active as a family can offer a wide range of benefits to all of the members of your family and to your multigenerational care approach. When you exercise together, your family has the opportunity to spend quality time together, share and express themselves, bond their relationships, and make memories that they can treasure.
Read MoreFamily First Raises $1,099 for the Alzheimer’s Association #Walk2EndAlz
Family First recently raised $1,099 to support the fight against Alzheimer’s Disease. Unfortunately, we work very closely with individuals and their families who are affected by this disease day in and day out.
Read MoreFamily First sponsored the 2017 ADRC Alzheimer’s Walk this month.
ADRC Alzheimer’s Walk: Aside from the beautiful weather, the event entailed families coming together to support the fight against Alzheimer’s Disease, senior serving companies offering information, and live entertainment for children and families.
Read MoreFAMILY & FRIENDS REFERRAL REWARDS PROGRAM
Know anyone who would make a great Senior Companion and would like to be part of the Team? Refer them and be rewarded! By referring new employees or new clients, employees can receive cash gifts.
Read MoreHow Can Elderly Care Providers Help You and Your Aging Adult the Most?
Elderly Care in Huntington NY: If you’re new to the idea of accepting help from elderly care providers, it’s important to understand all of the different ways that they can help both you and your elderly family member.
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