MercyOne Dyersville Medical Center Now Offers Senior Life Solutions
MercyOne Dyersville Medical Center now offers Senior Life Solutions to help older adults experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other mental health challenges often associated with aging.
Recognizing Elder Abuse Awareness Day
June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), and Nebraska recognizes the date to promote awareness of elder abuse, signs of it happening, and the steps to take for prevention.
Preventing Falls Helps Avoid Serious Injury And Loss Of Life
Falls cause serious injury and unintentional death. They’re the leading cause of head-trauma deaths for people older than 75 and the leading cause of hip fractures in adults 65 and over.
Good Samaritan Presents Free Monthly Fall Prevention
Falls are the leading cause of injury and death for those 65 and older according to the CDC. Last year alone, CHI Health Good Samaritan admitted 241 older adults for fall-related injuries.
Department Of Health And Human Services Shares Tips To Help Protect Aging Individuals In Nebraska
June 15 commemorates World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), a day for people and organizations across Nebraska to get informed and take action to protect aging individuals against elder abuse.
November Is National Family Caregiver’s Month
Caregiving is a tough job. During November, caregivers of every kind are recognized, whether it be taking a relative to a doctor’s office, managing medications, or the overall care of a loved one.