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Dental health is vital to a person’s overall well-being, and dental health needs and concerns may change with age. Dr. Bharathi Shivanand, Dentist at the PACE CNY clinic, has worked with PACE participants since 2016 and has seen many patients with various concerns. In her experience, she has noticed the following dental health issues or…

Senior tech usage is on the rise! According to one study by The Pew Research Center, the number of seniors age 65+ using technology, like tablets or cell phones, has steadily increased over the past decade. Seniors are making great strides with technology usage. While many older adults have the essential functions down and feel…

As we age, the way our bodies work begins to change – including our hearts. Older adults above age 65 are more susceptible to heart disease. Luckily, there are ways to monitor our heart health, reduce the risk of heart disease, and boost our overall health and well-being. Here are 5 ways to Love Your…

In the later months of winter, as the holidays come to an end and things begin to slow down – it may leave many of us with a case of the winter blues. When it comes to older adults, the chance of becoming affected by the winter blues may be higher due to various factors.…

At the start of each new year, many people create resolutions and reevaluate their current habits. A New Year’s resolution can mean many things – even a new career! Ryan Jones, Senior Recruiter at Loretto, has been here for over four years. He works to recruit Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Nurse…

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! From a cozy cup of hot chocolate by the tree or sharing a meal, many have fond memories of celebrating the holidays with family and friends in their homes throughout their life. For people who live in an assisted living community, it can be an adjustment to…

The holidays are a time that we spend with family and friends. For some people, this is a chance to reunite with their loved ones who we may not regularly see throughout the year. While the holidays are a chance to catch up, eat, drink, and be merry – they are also a time when…

Certified home health aides (or CHHAs) care for and assist residents while providing services to maintain physical and emotional comfort in a homelike setting. For example, at Loretto’s Borer Memory Life Community at The Nottingham campus, CHHAs help ensure that residents feel at home. Timnasia Maeweather, currently a CHHA at The Nottingham, began her career…

As winter approaches, along with the icy conditions, it is crucial to practice fall prevention. Falls can happen at any age, but for seniors, there is an increased risk, and falls can be especially dangerous. Luckily, there are lots of ways to try to avoid falls. Trisha Wameling, DPT, a physical therapist at PACE CNY…

Assisted living offers a safe environment and provides necessary levels of care to seniors wishing to maintain as much independence as possible. It provides a better quality of life for those who no longer feel comfortable living alone. As we age, our needs change, and residents who currently live in an assisted living community may…