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Continuing Education Webinar on Elder Care Victimization: When Trusted Individuals Become Trust Violators
Elder care victimization—the financial abuse by an elderly person’s trusted caregiver or financial representative—is estimated to be at least $2.6 billion dollars, according to a recent report entitled “Broken Trust: Elders, Family and Finances.” And often, it may only be the client’s attorney or financial advisor who can uncover and reveal financial abuse that can be occurring within a client’s trusted relationship. - December 02, 2009 - Global Information Research & Retrieval, LLC
Company’s Technology Makes Applying for Colorado LEAP Simple and Fast. Littleton-Based Firm Provides Service Free for All Colorado Residents.
Colorado residents can now start the LEAP application process online. The service is provided free of charge by Littleton, Colorado software company, Efficient Forms. - November 23, 2009 - Efficient Forms
US Medical Supplies Introduces Nirvana Swing Recliners
US Medical Supplies is pleased to announce the addition of a new line of swing recliners from Nirvana Swing Company. - November 20, 2009 - US Medical Supplies
The Levine Senior Center Holiday House at Cheval Opens December 5th, 2009 in Mint Hill, North Carolina
Cheval, located in beautiful Mint Hill, just outside of Charlotte, announced today, it will be hosting the first ever Holiday House from December 5th through December 20th, benefiting The Levine Senior Center. Decorated by renowned designer Tim Bagwell of T. Bagwell Interiors, the Holiday House... - November 19, 2009 - Cheval
Andy Houck, Stay at Home Franchise Owner, Invited as Guest Speaker at the Alzheimer’s Association Training Event for Healthcare Professionals
Andy Houck, Stay at Home franchise owner, invited as guest speaker at the Alzheimer’s Association’s Eastern Tennessee Chapter’s spring training event, “Caring and Coping, Together we make a Difference,” sponsored by the East Tennessee Area Agency of Aging on November 12, 2009 at the First Baptist Church of Sevierville. - November 12, 2009 - Stay at Home
VQ ActionCare Welcomes Andrew Siminoff as Media and Customer Relations Director
San Diego State University Graduate and Santee Resident Joins Mature Fitness and Lifestyle Company. - November 07, 2009 - VQ ActionCare, LLC
Help Paint a Brighter Picture for Alzheimer’s Patients with Yoga Sandals® Footwear
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness month and to help support the fight against the disease Beech Sandal Company is donating a portion of company sales and hosting a fundraising reception benefiting the Orange County Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association on Sunday, November 8th at local art studio, U Can Too Arts & Crafts in Sunset Beach. - November 05, 2009 - YogaSandals.com
Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk 2009 - Nashville
It's not too late to join a team or sign up as an individual walker for the Alzheimer’s Association Mid South chapter's annual Memory Walk at Centennial Park Saturday, October 24 at 10 a.m. Registration begins at 9 a.m. with live music, a continental breakfast, kids' activities and an opening... - October 19, 2009 - Alzheimer's Association Mid-South chapter
Cheval Equestrian Community Debuts New Professionally Designed Model Home in Mint Hill, North Carolina
Cheval, located in beautiful Mint Hill, just outside of Charlotte, has just opened its first professionally decorated model home available for the public to tour. This stunning 4,897 square foot European-inspired home is built by award-winning builder Steve Schreiner, of Schreiner Custom Homes, a... - October 16, 2009 - Cheval
‘Little House on the Prairie: the Musical’ Volunteers on a Habitat for Humanity Project in the Twin Cities
Actress Melissa Gilbert and the cast and crew of 'Little House on the Prairie: The Musical' partner with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity to spruce up St. Paul home. - October 15, 2009 - Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity
The First Truly Affordable Full Screen Software Magnifier
Innovation Management Group, Inc. (IMG) announced that it has begun shipping the latest release of its The Magnifier 1.50. A low cost, full screen magnification software application for Windows. Most magnification software products on the market are designed for individuals who have extreme visual impairments or are legally blind and can cost from a few hundred to several thousand dollars. The Magnifier is the first truly affordable full screen magnifier priced within the reach of average users. - October 09, 2009 - Innovation Management Group, Inc
Seniorresource.com Enhances Adult Day Care Offering
Internet senior housing leader expands listing for Adult Day Care Centers. - October 09, 2009 - Seniorresource.com
Verdurez Launches Instant Messenger to Help Its Senior Members Network
Verdurez.com, the first and unique social networking site for senior Indians, has launched instant messenger to help members network in real time. The new feature will allow Verdurians connect with fellow on-line members instantly. The new Instant Messenger complements the existing Chat Room on... - October 09, 2009 - Verdurez
Free Nordic Walking Classes Coming To Northport Highlands Retirement Community
Nordic Walking Poles are helping individuals with balance issues, knee issues or new knees, hip issues or new hips, back issues (including those with rods in their back), weight issues, multiple sclerosis (MS), parkinson's (PD), neuropathy, arthritis, bursitis, scoliosis, lumbar stenosis, fibromyalgia, post polio, osteoporosis, stroke recovery, cancer recovery and other limitations to walking. - October 04, 2009 - American Nordic Walking System SkiWalking.com
Free Seminars Examine Social Security Disability Benefits
White Plains law firm, Markhoff & Mittman, is offering two Free seminars to help people learn more about obtaining Social Security Disability Benefits in New York this month. Call (718) 509-9596 to reserve your seat today! - October 02, 2009 - Markhoff & Mittman PC
Insights with Host Hugh Downs Welcomes The National Business Education Association as Content Advisor
Story collaboration with The National Business Education Association as Content Advisor for Educational Awareness - September 17, 2009 - InsightsSeries
Kids Send Aging Parents "Senior Swine Flu Prevention Package"
Experts urge families to protect elderly after seniors left off vaccination priority list. Almost 10% of U.S. Swine Flu deaths occurred in people over age 65. - September 17, 2009 - Senior Helpers
Al Gore "Green Solutions" Event in Boca Raton, an Intriguing Speech on Environmental Sustainability
Vice President Al Gore comes to South Florida on November 14th - Boca Raton, Mizner Park. Speaking the An Inconvenient Truth - 90 min lecture speech. - September 10, 2009 - B2BGLOBAL.COM
Nonprofit Launches Online Health Resource Just for Men
Atlanta-based nonprofit, The Men’s Health & Wellness Center, is pleased to announce the launch of its comprehensive and interactive website devoted exclusively to the gender-specific health and wellness issues of men as they age. Visitors to www.menshealthandwellness.org will find... - September 04, 2009 - Men's Health & Wellness, Inc.
Cochrane Chosen as New CEO of Southern California Presbyterian Homes
John H. Cochrane III has been appointed president and chief executive officer of Southern California Presbyterian Homes, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior living, health care and support services. His appointment took effect on Aug. 10. Cochrane’s selection by... - September 02, 2009 - Southern California Presbyterian Homes
New Social Networking Site Breaks Language Barrier, Builds Identity
The main focus of ApnaCafe is to empower the online Desi community and allow members to share information in a comfortable environment, according to CEO Yasin Rahim. "ApnaCafe was primarily started to consolidate all Desi-specific core applications and as a platform to bring friends from different networking sites together in one place, giving users many powerful features with a Desi identity," says Rahim. - September 01, 2009 - ApnaCafe
RNIB and Ocean Blue Software Nominated IABM Design Awards Candidate 2009
The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and Ocean Blue Software’s “talking TV” technology has been shortlisted as one of the Top 10 most innovative in design by the IABM judging panel. - August 29, 2009 - Ocean Blue Software
Concert Series Explores the Globe
The JC Concert Band and its Musical Director Stephen P Brown has announced that the 2009-2010 concert series will begin in Europe, cross through Russia and conclude in the USA via Broadway and the South. The band, which just finished celebrating its 25th Anniversary, continues to delight growing... - August 28, 2009 - JC Concert Band
FreemanWhite Releases Podcast on Senior Living Design
Frank Brooks, AIA, ACHA, chairman and managing partner at FreemanWhite (www.freemanwhite.com), an architectural, engineering, interior design and consulting services firm for healthcare organizations in the United States, has announced the release of the firm’s audio podcast on Senior Living... - August 27, 2009 - FreemanWhite
Spirit Thinking® Inspires Aging Advocacy Group Formation by Client
Spirit Thinking® client Lea D. has been inspired. After completing The Horizons Approach to Spirit Thinking with Dr. Reece W. Manley, Lea wanted to give something back. - August 26, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC
7 Tips for Healthy Aging
September is Healthy Aging Month, an annual observance designed to raise awareness on the positive aspects of growing older. The health and wellness specialists at ACTS Retirement-Life Communities, one of the nation’s largest not-for-profit aging services organizations, offer the following simple and effective tips to help older adults maintain a healthy lifestyle. - August 20, 2009 - ACTS Retirement-Life Communities
Kiawah Golf Investment Seminars Introduces Investment Scam Busters Web-Workshops: On-Line Small Group Investment Training with Absolutely No Product Sales
KGIS brings small groups together on-line to learn how to avoid investment scams and to help people avoid investment predators on the Internet and elsewhere. KGIS sells education, filling the gap between making money and protecting retirement nest eggs. - August 19, 2009 - Kiawah Golf Investment Seminars
SeniorsCash.com is for Sale
Two of the most searched keywords is now available to Internet Marketers. The keyword Seniors is Googled millions of times. The keyword Cash is Googled millions of times. The Domain Name "Seniors" recently sold for Millions of dollars. This is a rare opportunity for anyone doing business with the baby boomer or seniors market. - August 19, 2009 - Boomers and Seniors
Macular Degeneration: Exclusive Interview with Researcher Dr. Janet Sunness M.D. of the Greater Baltimore Medical Center
Exclusive interview with researcher Dr. Janet Sunness of the Greater Baltimore Medical Center concerning an advanced form of Macular Degeneration known as Geographic Atrophy. - August 13, 2009 - Macular Degeneration Foundation
Asian American Journalists Association to Convene in Boston
Four-day convention focuses on how to survive industry turmoil, reinvent media - August 13, 2009 - Asian American Journalists Association 20th Convention
Family Pride Jewelry - When You Have Someone Special to Boast About
Imagine the pride of a parent or grandparent whose son, daughter or grandchild is a doctor, lawyer, teacher or hero. You want the world to know how proud you are but exactly how do you tell your story? A new personalized fashion accessory line, Family Pride Jewelry, enables all family members to... - August 13, 2009 - Family Pride Jewelry LLC
Taste of Crete’s New Website Up and Running with Wide Array of Greek Products
Taste of Crete, a gourmet food company focused on the healthy diet of Crete, Greece has their new website up and running with a wide array of natural, organic, and artisan Greek products. - August 12, 2009 - Taste of Crete LLC
AuthorHouse Releases Top Ten Best Seller List for June 2009
Figures Based on Retailer Channel Sales Data - August 05, 2009 - AuthorHouse
Opulen Capital Life Settlement: Life Settlements via Opulen Offer Stable Investment Income and Opportunities
Although the recession has hurt many investors, the Life Settlements market has shown resiliency and solid returns for customers and investors alike. - July 29, 2009 - Opulen Capital
Special Edition of Hernandez Biography to be Released
A Special Edition of Rudolph Alvarado’s award-winning biography The Untold Story of Joe Hernandez: The Voice of Santa Anita will be released on September 1. - July 29, 2009 - voiceofsantaanita.com
SILVER CROSS Victoria Opening in Fall of 2009 Offering Recycled and New Stair Lifts, Wheelchairs, Scooters and Other Accessibility and Mobility Equipment
North America is about to see a demographic shift unlike any in previous history. The population of North America is reaching retirement age in the next few years at unprecedented levels. SILVER CROSS recognized this fact and began to develop a network of locations, focused on delivering a lower cost alternative for access and mobility equipment to serve the needs of this population. Products offered include stair lifts, porch lifts, home elevators, scooters, wheelchairs and patient lifts. - July 28, 2009 - SILVER CROSS
Seniority1 Helps Seniors Keep a Lid on Caregiver Costs During Uncertain Times
Cost Saving Measures for High-Tech Seniors. - July 27, 2009 - Seniority1
Move ‘N Store Opens Northeast Region Distribution Center
Leading self-storage industry supplier offers three-day delivery of boxes, padlocks, packaging materials and moving supplies in conjunction with retail consultations to help self-storage businesses increase profits. - July 27, 2009 - Move 'N Store
Angel Assistants, a Licensed Home Care Company Serving Snellville, GA, and the Surrounding Area, Provides Personal Assistants for Seniors
Angel Assistants are Personal Assistants who attend to the needs of seniors and others with special needs. "Our business model is a little different from other home care companies in that we are available to help seniors for short periods of time (min. 2 hours). Seniors call on us for those little things they need such as running an errand, picking up laundry or mail, or planning a vacation," says Patrice Avery, owner and administrator. - July 23, 2009 - Angel Assistants
Senior Helpers and Experts Propose New Solution After Rash of Senior Citizen Car Crashes
Families encouraged to try alternative method to stop seniors from driving. - July 23, 2009 - Senior Helpers
California Attorney Says Michael Jackson Custody Battle a ‘Dire Wakeup Call’ for Unprepared Parents
California estate planning attorney Rodney J. (“Rod”) Hatley is urging parents across the state to re-evaluate the status of their estate plans should they suddenly die or find themselves unable to care for their kids. Hatley says free Web sites, such as sdkidsprotectionplan.com, make it possible to do this even if parents can’t afford a lawyer. - July 21, 2009 - Hatley Law Group
Lisa Batcheller, VP of Marketing and Co-Founder of Stay at Home Interviews on “Coping with Caregiving” Radio Program July 18 at 3:30 p.m. PT, 6:30 p.m. EST
“There has never been a more rewarding experience than caring for family members. However, today, 75% of family caregivers of seniors also have children at home. Many of these family caregivers either work full- or part-time,” explains Batcheller. “With the instability of our... - July 18, 2009 - Stay at Home
Angel Assistants Announces Their Grand Opening to Serve Georgia Seniors and the Special Needs Community
Angel Assistants is pleased to announce they will be expanding their services to all who have "special needs." - July 15, 2009 - Angel Assistants
DriveSharp Puts Motorists in the Fast Lane to Safety
DriveSharp, a new addition to the Posit Science™ award-winning family of brain fitness software, was released today to the public. Targeted to consumers who want to take control of their safety when driving, DriveSharp is clinically proven to train the brain to think and react faster on the road. - July 15, 2009 - Posit Science
Nordic Walking Poles and the Cross Country Skiing Connection
Cross country skiers have been hiking, ski walking, hill bounding and trekking with their poles for decades. Now there are Nordic Walking Poles that allow individuals of all ages and all fitness levels to find success with walking poles. Walking with poles burns more calories than regular walking and the poles radically reduce the stress to the shins, knees, hips and back. The poles also improve balance and stability for those with balance issues. - July 12, 2009 - American Nordic Walking System SkiWalking.com
Superior Walk-in Tubs - The Safest Way to Enjoy a Deep Soaking Bath Without Having to Step Over the Rim or Lay Down on the Bottom of the Tub. Worry Free Bathing.
These state of the art hydrotherapeutic Walk-in Bathtubs will prolong your independence in the bathroom and add to your quality of life in the home. There is no better way to remain active in the home and bathroom. The Walk in Tub will offer you an easier way to step into the tub without having the worry of stepping over the existing bathtub wall. The molded seat inside the tub will allow you to sit down comfortable and receive a bath without the struggle of getting up off the floor of the tub. - July 09, 2009 - Superior Walk In Tubs
Philadelphia Area Custom Publishing Firm Hollister Creative Wins Four National Mature Media Awards
Philadelphia area custom publishing firm Hollister Creative won four awards in the 18th annual National Mature Media Awards competition. - June 26, 2009 - Hollister Creative
Eldercare Community Discovers the Power of Social Networks
EldercareABC is the premier online blogging community for caregivers of aging parents, introducing caregivers to the power of social networks. In combination with it’s recently launched EldercareABC.com social network site, the company is walking its talk by building a support network... - June 20, 2009 - eldercareABC
Recent Studies Show Dad May Need Help But Won’t Ask for It
Approaching Father’s Day, dad may be expecting a different gift from America. Studies show that there has been a growing trend of ailing men not requesting the proper services and help they need. This year, society may need to consider providing the gift of a helper. - June 18, 2009 - Senior Helpers
Seniorresource.com Enhances “Senior Apartment” Offering
Seniorresource.com today announced the further expansion of its “Senior Apartments” offering. - May 28, 2009 - Seniorresource.com