Nobody is more deserving of appreciation than the people who raised you. Every fourth Sunday of July, this year falling on July 24th, we as a nation take the day to recognize, appreciate, and celebrate our parents. It can be easy to forget just how much your parents have done for you as the roles…
December is National Human Rights Month – dedicated to equality, justice, and dignity for all. It’s also a great reason to support seniors and recognize the challenges they can face as their cognitive and physical abilities slow down. Aging often brings with it a withdrawal from society. Our families grow up and no longer depend…
The holidays bring up fond memories of family gatherings. Yet, this time of the year can be stressful for many people, especially families with senior loved ones. Many families want to celebrate the holiday, but it can be hard for those with health issues. As our elder members lose some mobility or need extra assistance,…
Many older adults plan to live out their years in the comfort of their own homes. The alternative is often too painful to think about. After managing their lives for decades, raising families, and enjoying successful careers, the thought of giving up their independence can be unbearable. But sometimes, that sense of independence keeps them…
October 1 marks the International Day of Older Persons. It’s the day that people worldwide join together to appreciate and celebrate seniors. According to the UN, an older person is anyone aged 60 and above. This day is observed annually to recognize and appreciate seniors’ contributions to society and address issues affecting their lives. If…
September is National Preparedness Month. Observed each year, National Preparedness Month raises awareness about disaster and emergency preparation. This year’s theme is: “Prepare to Protect. Preparing for disasters is protecting everyone you love.” Disasters and emergencies come in many forms: hurricanes, power outages, floods, a bad fall, fire, tsunami, medical emergency, heart attack, and more….
September is National Preparedness Month. Observed each year, National Preparedness Month raises awareness about disaster and emergency preparation. This year’s theme is: “Prepare to Protect. Preparing for disasters is protecting everyone you love.” Disasters and emergencies come in many forms – hurricanes, power outages, floods, a bad fall, fire, tsunami, medical emergency, heart attack, and…
Eye health is increasingly important as we age. Maintaining our eye health and regularly visiting the doctor for check-ups pertaining to vision and other illnesses can add years onto our lives. Medical professionals suggest that seniors over 65 years of age should get their eyes checked annually. This is to detect common eye illnesses and…
We’ll let you in on a little secret: The best medicine for aging well is laughter! Keeping stress low is extremely important and often underrated for keeping the mind and body healthy as you age. Did you know that medical professionals estimate that 90% of illness and disease is stress-related? Spending time with family and…
It’s MedicAlert Awareness Month, and at Reflections Management and Care, we care about your elderly loved one like we care about our own family! We’re here to provide resources and information about options for various methods of safe-keeping. We tailor and customize your senior healthcare to suit exactly what your loved one and your family…
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