When symptoms of seasonal illness such as flu and cold set in, and with COVID-19 still present in our community, it won’t always be clear which infection you’re dealing with. Because it may be difficult to tell them apart, contact your provider to determine what care you may need, including testing. COVID-19 is a highly contagious
Mesothelioma is an aggressive, deadly cancer with a devastating prognosis. Patients and their caregivers often struggle emotionally and benefit from help in the form of therapy, counseling, and mesothelioma support groups. Financial support is also available to help cover costly treatments and other expenses. Most cases are incurable because people generally get diagnosed after cancer
November is National Family Caregivers Month! https://www.caregiveraction.org/caregiverand Encourages you, the family caregiver, to celebrate the identities and passions that enrich your life. Far too often your role as a family caregiver overshadows your identity and emphasizes the care you provide for your loved one. Being a family caregiver is incredibly important, but it is critical
Recognize the signs and get the help you need to reduce the toll on your body and mind. Taking care of a loved one who has dementia, physical disabilities or other age-related conditions makes demands on your time, energy and emotions — demands that, as the Cleveland Clinic warns, “can easily seem overwhelming.” Caregiving can
What you need to know – Hoarding Disorder Hoarding disorder (HD) is the condition associated with hoarding. HD can become worse with time. It most often affects adults, though teenagers may show hoarding tendencies as well. HD is classified as a disorder in the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.
Troy Senior Center is open for lunch only Monday – Tuesday – Wednesday – Thursday – Friday “Grab and Go” and “Home delivered meals” the Grab and Go may be eaten in the center
Eureka Senior Center is currently closed due to staff shortages, this is temporary and should change soon. Normal business: Monday dinner – Wednesday lunch – Thursday dinner “Grab and Go” and “Home delivered meals” 5 days a week. Hopeful to be re-opened soon
Libby Senior Center is doing “Grab and Go” and “Home delivered meals Tuesday – Wednesday – Friday Monday dinners – Wednesday lunches – Friday dinners At this time the changes are due to Covid and will continue to change
OCTOBER IS RESIDENT RIGHTS MONTH Residents’ Rights Month is an annual event designated by Consumer Voice and is Celebrated in October to honor residents living in all Long-Term Care facilities and consumers receiving services in their home or community. The 2021 Residents’ Rights Month theme, “Reclaiming My Rights, My Home, My Life,” acknowledges the impact
