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ParentYourParents.com Launches Online Book Store
ParentYourParents.com launches online books store with books focusing on aging, caregiver support, senior related ailments and diseases, retirement planning and much, much more. - July 07, 2010 - ParentYourParents.com
Total Mortgage Expands Reverse Mortgage Program to Assist Growing Senior Population
Total Mortgage Services, a leading mortgage lender and broker, announced today it is expanding its reverse mortgage lending operation. This Reverse Mortgage Program, along with some of its lowest mortgage rates, will help more senior homeowners in need of accessing the equity available in their homes. - July 06, 2010 - Total Mortgage
Brentmoor Retirement Community Holds First Annual Ice Cream Social and Book Fair Event
The Brentmoor Retirement Community will host a free Ice Cream Social and Book Fair Sunday, July 18th, 2010 from noon to 3:00pm. The event will bring residents, family, friends, and the community together for a relaxing afternoon of socializing and old-fashioned fun. The Ice Cream Social will... - July 01, 2010 - Brentmoor Retirement Communities
Seniors Have a New Resource to Research Assisted Living Housing Options
Assisted Living Facilities launches with a nationwide directory of over 40,000 state-licensed senior living communities. A senior care blog and Q&A area also offer helpful advice and information for elders and their families considering assisted living. - June 26, 2010 - AssistedLivingFacilities.org
Unlawful and Abusive Guardianships/Conservatorships Focus of This Month’s AARP’s ‘Inside E Street” Program, Featuring NASGA Member
AARP, as part of their Inside E Street series, will present an interview on 6/24 and 6/25 with NASGA member Danny Tate, recently freed from an unlawful Nashville conservatorship.[1] Inside E Street is an informative half-hour talk show that delves into the issues behind the headlines. While most... - June 25, 2010 - National Association to STOP Guardian Abuse
Medical Modalities Seeks Partners to Market Air Fluidized Therapy Medical Beds
Medical Modalities is a distributor of Air Fluidized Therapy (AFT) Beds for patients primarily who have severe pressure wounds (bedsores). Medical Modalities is one of three present manufacturers of AFT beds in the United States and only one of two that provides this therapy in patients' homes. Medical Modalities is seeking AFT partners in other sections of the country that presently provide specialty mattress and related wound care services to patients in home care or institutional settings. - June 23, 2010 - Medical Modalities
Computer Company Releases Latest Version of Computer Especially Designed for Seniors
Computer Tutor Plus, the oldest computer company in the country to work exclusively with seniors, has released their latest version of their A Plus Senior Computer. A compact, easy to use, fully functional computer especially designed for seniors. - June 10, 2010 - Computer Tutor Plus, Inc
Long Term Care Market: Nursing Homes, Home Care, Hospice Care, and Assisted Living Report Now Available on ReportsandReports
The economy has challenged the business strategies of key players, while the recent healthcare legislation introduces changes that may affect revenues. These twin challenges are addressed in the Long-Term Care Market: Nursing Homes, Home Care, Hospice Care, and Assisted Living - June 10, 2010 - marketsandmarkets
House and Harland, Interior Design Firm Has Announced the Senior Living Interior Design Partnership of Cynthia House, ASID, and Lynn Crosby Harland, ASID
House and Harland, a Senior Living Design firm, has announced the partnership between Cynthia House, ASID, CID and Lynn Crosby Harland, ASID, CID. Both interior design professionals have been in the design field for over 20 years. Cynthia has been in Senior Living since 1994. Cynthia has been successful in the field of Assisted Living, Alzheimer and Independent Living facilities. Lynn has a background in Residential, Commercial and Hospitality design. - May 31, 2010 - House and Harland
Senior Resource Association 5K Freedom Run/Fun Walk Scheduled for Memorial Day This Year
Senior Resource Association is hosting their Annual 5k Freedom Run/Fun Walk at Riverside Park on Monday, May 31, Memorial Day. - May 21, 2010 - Senior Resource Association
ComfortLife.ca – One Stop for All Retirement Decisions
Canada's portal on year round education and camps has now come full-circle with a revamp of its site on retirement options across the country. A more comprehensive and easy-to-navigate search engine, richly researched articles and advice columns, and an expanded financial planning section makes www.comfortlife.ca Canada’s one-stop shop for any retirement living inquiries. - May 19, 2010 - Comfort Life Media
Lutheran Settlement House - Women of Courage: Women of Inspiration! May 20, Hyatt Regency at Penn's Landing, 5:30 Reception, 6:30 Dinner
Lutheran Settlement House - Women of Courage: Women of Inspiration! recognizes nine outstanding women, one woman who has distinguished herself by overall commitment to the wellbeing of Philadelphians and two women in each of the four areas of LSH’s work: bilingual domestic violence; community education and employment training; senior services, and homeless services - one woman who has been an advocate in the area and one who has received services, overcome challenges, and given back. - May 15, 2010 - Lutheran Settlement House
Memory Loss Study on Prevagen Supports 2010 Older Americans Month Theme
Memory loss (http://prevagen.com/MemoryLoss.html) study on brain health supplement, Prevagen, supports 2010 Older Americans Month theme, “Age Strong! Live Long!” Study results show Prevagen reduced forgetfulness, helps word recall and improves memory. - May 14, 2010 - Prevagen
Recent Study Reports Long Term Survival Improved Using Brain Monitor - Dementia After Anesthesia Now More Likely Avoidable Claims Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation
Fewer strokes after anesthesia using brain monitor reported. "Going under anesthesia for surgery without a brain monitor demonstrates a flagrant disregard for the value one’s own brain," says Dr. Barry Friedberg, founder of the non-profit Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation. "Demanding a brain monitor is a no-brainer." - May 04, 2010 - Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation
Plachta, Murphy Celebrates National Elder Law Month
One of the biggest problems faced is the legal protection of our senior citizens and the loved ones that surround and care for them. Plachta, Murphy & Associates is promoting National Elder Law Month awareness throughout the month of May by providing free local educational Elder Care seminars. - May 01, 2010 - Plachta, Murphy & Associates, P.C.
New Baby Boomer Online Dating Site
Pacifica Endeavors LLC has launched an online dating service for Baby Boomers. “Boomer Match Up” is intended to assist Boomers in connecting with other singles for compatible dating or just friendship. - April 29, 2010 - Pacifica Endeavors LLC
Shon Ingram Becomes Member of National Care Planning Council
Shon Ingram, president of Eldercare Life Solutions is honored to have been selected to become a member of the Georgia chapter of the National Care Planning Council. The Georgia chapter is a source of community care providers and advisers who help the public deal with current elder care... - April 23, 2010 - Eldercare Life Solutions
BullsEye Radio and Video Chat is Making Their Mark on the Internet
BullsEye Radio is one of the most interactive and entertaining Video chat and Internet radio sites on the world wide web today. People from all over the world are visiting and making new friends every day. Finally a place to come without the hassle of the everyday chatroom drama. Monitored chat. - April 21, 2010 - BullsEye Radio
Essential Questions to Ask Your Aging Parents Today
Finally there is a book that addresses critical issues in just 36 pages. With adult children pressed for time with the demands of their jobs, families and now their aging parents, Monique Snyder, MA, CMC, a Professional Geriatric Care Manager and the owner of Aboutmyparents.com has published,... - April 16, 2010 - aboutmyparents.com
House Call Dentist Offers Solution for Overscheduled Silicon Valley Families
Home Care Dentist offers a novel service for Bay Area residents seeking the convenience of seeing healthcare professionals in the comfort of home. - April 15, 2010 - Home Care Dentist
San Francisco Bay Area Dentist Makes House Calls ‘Cool’ Again
Home Care Dentist gets to the ‘route’ of the problem for patients with chronic frailty, mobility issues, phobia or other concerns with high-tech house call visits. - April 09, 2010 - Home Care Dentist
Radio Show Helps Nebraskans Avoid Nursing Home Poverty
KTIC Radio is bringing The David Carrier Show - “the how-to show for grownups” - to listeners in Northeast Nebraska - April 09, 2010 - The Law Offices of David L. Carrier, P.C. / The David Carrier Show
Macular Degeneration Foundation Reports on Little Known Syndrome that Produces Strange Halluncinations in People with Good Mental Health
93 year old woman with Macular Degeneration sees "Grayhaired Bearded Lady" - April 07, 2010 - Macular Degeneration Foundation
Silver Connections Owner Expands Membership to Caregivers
Silver Connections is expanding their membership to include caregivers. These individuals who are taking care of an ill spouse can benefit from the socializing opportunities that Silver Connections provides. - April 07, 2010 - Silver Connections
CARESHARING, a Community Forum for Caregivers -- Presented by Sno-Valley Senior Activities Center & Adult Day Health, SV Hospital District and Mt Si Senior Center
Free Community Event Provides Resources, Support and Inspiration. - April 01, 2010 - Snoqualmie Valley Hospital District
Health Care Reform Gets a Boost, Boasts Medical Firm: Paine & Williams Medical Associates
Health care reform is on life support; Dr. Thomas Paine of Paine & Williams Medical Associates injects new energy into the debate with a web site and proposed grass-roots strategy. - March 16, 2010 - Paine & Williams Medical Associates
Turning Your Memories Into Movies with Your Legacy Video
When a person passes on, it's like a library closing. Once they're gone, you can never access all those memories, stories, or wisdom first hand again. You're left to your own memory of that person, and over time, those memories start to fade. But now there's a way to preserve life stories that is fun and affordable—with Your Legacy Video. Creators John Grubb and Craig Vogel announce a new innovative way to convert your family history into a vibrant, colorful living video. - March 16, 2010 - Your Legacy Video
Elder Abuse Alert and Importance of Estate Planning
San Jose Estate Planning Attorney Richard Dayton was invited to speak at the El Camino Hospital, Mountain View for an in-session meeting with staff. Richard Dayton is committed to providing support to the community for estate planning information. It is beneficial for the public to be aware of Elder Abuse and understand the importance of estate planning. - March 11, 2010 - The Dayton Law Firm
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Dementia Care … But Forgot to Ask Presented by Comfort Keepers of Stuart
This seminar is designed to help family members who have a loved one with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. They will learn techniques that can improve the quality of life for the individual with dementia and the whole family. - March 03, 2010 - Comfort Keepers of Stuart
Dentist House Calls Stage a Welcome Return in the Bay Area
Home Care Dentist offers Bay Area seniors and professionals the convenience of seeing the dentist in the comfort of home. Their portable dental equipment transforms into a full-service dental office, complete with x-rays, in a matter of minutes. - February 25, 2010 - Home Care Dentist
Critics Embrace Laurence Fuller’s West End Debut
Laurence Fuller’s West End debut is a hit with critics. His eery and powerful portrayal of a 16th century doctor in charge of an insane asylum receives glowing reviews by London’s theatre critics. Fuller is happy with the extreme response; “It’s great the response has been... - February 22, 2010 - Laurence Fuller
Leading Senior Care Company Reveals Record Growth Amid Tough Economic Times
Senior Helpers earns Entrepreneur Magazine’s prestigious No. 2 ranking for “Top New Franchise” - February 22, 2010 - Senior Helpers
The Ehlers Group Seeks Senior Love Stories
The company, which specializes in marketing programs for senior housing communities, kicks off its quest for 365 Senior Love Stories on Valentine's Day - February 12, 2010 - The Ehlers Group
February is American Heart Month and Nordic Walking Poles Can Help Improve Cardiovascular Fitness
Doctors and Physical Therapists here in the USA have recently discovered that Nordic Ski Walking Poles radically improve balance, stability and gait – a huge aid during cardiac rehabilitation and for those with MS, Parkinson’s and Neuropathy (No Longer Just for Athletes and Expert Skiers). Wounded Warriors are also benefiting from the use of Nordic Walking Poles donated from www.skiwalking.com and the American Nordic Walking System. - February 11, 2010 - American Nordic Walking System SkiWalking.com
Flammia Law PA - Elder Law 101: the Basics
Prominent Elder Law Attorney, Kathleen Flammia, will be hosting a free seminar on the Third Floor of the Orange County Library to educate the aging population on important planning issues. - February 11, 2010 - Flammia Law PA
Verdurez Launches Off-Line Social Gatherings for Senior Citizens
Verdurez.com, the unique social networking website for senior Indians, has launched a new city-based off-line initiative which provides the elderly the opportunity to meet and make new friends. - February 11, 2010 - Verdurez
Insight HD with Host Hugh Downs Looks at Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine
Hospice and Palliative Care is a medical industry that needs Consumer Education and Awareness Surrounding End of Life Issues for people all Over the World. - February 10, 2010 - Insight HD
‘Inventor of the Year’ Finalist Giving Away His "Bionic Fitness Devices" to Disabled Americans
The award winning inventor and founder of High Efficiency Fitness Company is giving 50 of their Bionic Fitness Devices, "Lower Body Oars," away to Physically Disabled Americans - February 04, 2010 - High Efficiency Fitness Company
South Florida Case Management Network Selects South Florida Geriatric Care Manager as Case Manager of the Year
South Florida Case Management Network, a not for profit organization formed to promote the practice of case management, selected Amy Seigel, founder and Director of Advocare Elder Care Management, as Case Manager of the Year. - February 04, 2010 - Advocare Elder Care Management
"Someone Else's" Estate Planning Mistakes
San Jose Estate Planning Attorney Richard Dayton was invited to speak at the Chinese American Coalition for Compassionate Care (CACCC) - Volunteer Appreciate Day . The CACCC meeting took place at the Hospice of the Valley in San Jose. - February 03, 2010 - The Dayton Law Firm
ParentYourParents.com Co-Founder, Amber Sandhoff, to be Interviewed on the “Parent Care” Radio Show
Sandhoff’s interview will air on Saturday, February 6th from 11am-12pm, ET. The Parent Care Show can be heard on NewsRadio 560 WVOC AM in Columbia, South Carolina, and is hosted by Dr. Kevin Skipper. - February 03, 2010 - ParentYourParents.com
Chicago’s Oldest Living Opera Singer Turns 105 Years Old at Concord Place Retirement and Assisted Living Community, Northlake, IL
Lillian Krockerberger of Northlake / Chicago, IL turns 105 years old on Feb 3, 2010. She is a resident of Concord Place Retirement and Assisted Living Community and enjoys singing German opera every day. - January 29, 2010 - Concord Place Retirement and Assisted Living Community
Bob Sisson Has Become a Certified Senior Home Safety Inspector
Bob Sisson, owner of Inspections by Bob, LLC, in Gaithersburg, MD, has just completed the approval process to become a Certified Senior Home Safety Inspector. Upon fulfilling the requirements, he has been named a provider for the Senior Home Safety Network (SHSN). This is a national network of... - January 25, 2010 - Inspections by Bob
MedFirst Alert Announces Its Medical Alarm Service Expansion Into South Carolina
MedFirst Alert has been protecting seniors while allowing them to maintain their independence through their Personal Emergency Response System (PERS). - January 17, 2010 - MedFirst Alert
Chuck Hillier to Join The Standard Media Group
Longtime broadcast veteran Chuck Hillier has joined the Standard Media Group as its VP / General Manager of their 24/7 internet radio station "Martini in the Morning." Hillier finally unites with his longtime friend and format-competitive companion...Brad "Martini" Chambers. - January 07, 2010 - Standard Media Group
Founder of Macular Degeneration Foundation Dies at 94
After dedicating his life to public awareness of ARMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Edmund J. Aleksandrovich (Ed Aleks) dies at the age of 94. - December 22, 2009 - Macular Degeneration Foundation
Specialdeals.com Offers "Grandpa/Grandma Mode" of Photo/Video Sharing via Instant Media Frames and Greeting Keys
Easiest way to access media feeds from any computer - New cloud-based services and USB device turn every computer into an instant "virtual" media frame to stream photos and videos from popular social media sites in real time - December 15, 2009 - Specialdeals.com, Inc.
Insights with host Hugh Downs Produces Program on Heart Health
Stories on Heart Health for Consumer and Expert Learning. - December 11, 2009 - InsightsSeries
Should Social Security be Privatized? Pros and Cons Debated at New Website from ProCon.org.
Social Security ProCon.org, the 27th issue website at ProCon.org, gives straighforward research on an interesting controversial topic for free and with no ads. - December 10, 2009 - ProCon.org
Single Seniors Prove to be as Web Savvy as Everyone Else with SeniorDatingNetwork.co.uk
The SeniorDatingNetwork.co.uk team knew that their senior dating website would be a great place for single men and women to get to know one another, but they could never have predicted just how many would sign up. The team found quality of writing and honesty in senior dating members profiles is a... - December 07, 2009 - Senior Dating Network