Don’t Let COVID Make You Lose Touch During the Holidays
According to a recent survey, almost half of the public thinks it’s pointless to keep in contact with dementia patients who cannot recognize familiar faces or remember anything “meaningful.”
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Home Fire Threats Increase During Cold Weather
November through March is a critical time because people spend more time indoors and depend more on cooking and heating equipment. The Red Cross, along with South Mountain Memory Care of Emmaus, encourages everyone to take these steps to help protect their loved ones and their home.
How To Deal With Post-Holiday Blues and Letdowns
Holidays in the Lehigh Valley and elsewhere are traditionally—and just about mandatory—times of togetherness, joy, and connections. Even if the days bring great frivolity, there is always the day after, and that can lead to post-holiday blues.
Loneliness Can Be Deadly
The COVID-19 pandemic hit the Lehigh Valley as hard as any place in Pennsylvania and elsewhere. Not only is the virus physically dangerous—isolation imposed upon seniors to protect them can be psychologically harmful as well.
Why a Personal Emergency Response System Is Crucial for Aging in Place
With more people than ever choosing to age in place, medical alert devices and modifications to make seniors’ homes safer and more accessible don’t have to break the bank.
Skipping Medications Can Be a Problem for Dementia Patients
With the rising population of seniors in the Lehigh Valley, the use of pills, liquids, and other medications is on the rise. As new remedies are offered, there can be confusion when it comes to keeping up with medications and their requirements.