Making a Difference

Mr S. is one of our favorite client's - oops, I'm sure we are not supposed to say that! 

He sent us the sweetest letter a few weeks ago with this attached! 

Our CAREGivers love what they do - how can we help you and your family?

New York Times Article About the Need for More Senior Medical Services

An article in the New York Times indicated that the population of U.S. seniors is expanding at such a rate that, “Before long, 90 percent of American nurses will have to provide care for older adults” — in part, because the country’s number of medical personnel trained to work with seniors is not keeping up with this growing need (In 2009, only 11 percent of research funding at the NIH went to support aging-related studies.)  This story is worth reading because it provides an interesting overview of important aging-related trends within the U.S. medical community, to include addressing preventable hospital readmissions of Medicare enrollees; the potential viability of the new “medical home” care-coordination concept; and the doubling by the National Health Service Corps of funding to repay student loans for “caregivers who work [with seniors] in rural and underserved urban neighborhoods.” 

See full article here.

Seniors Not Combating Muscle Loss

Nearly nine in 10 people think feeling weaker is one of the worst parts of aging, but few Americans over the age of 45 are taking steps to prevent muscle loss, a new study finds. The survey, commissioned by Abbott and developed in conjunction with the AGS Foundation for Health in Aging, found that nearly 90 percent of Americans older than 45 are not making daily exercise and proper nutrition part of their daily routines to protect their muscles as they age. “Muscle loss is a serious issue that can lead to severe health and lifestyle consequences, yet building and maintaining muscle isn’t top of mind for most adults,” said Evelyn Granieri, M.D., M.P.H., MSEd., of Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. “Especially with an aging baby boomer population, it’s important that people take charge of their health and take action now so that they can continue doing the things they enjoy in the future.” According to Medical News Today, clinical research shows that starting at age 40, a person can lose 8 percent of muscle per decade, which can lead to loss of strength, mobility and the freedom to enjoy life. Granieri said that talking to one’s doctor or dietitian is a great way to identify small steps to take to protect muscle health today for a more active future. You may view the whole press release here. Home Instead Senior Care CAREGivers are in a position to help clients protect against muscle loss by encouraging them to exercise and making sure they are eating nutritious meals. If your loved could use a little encouragement, please call us for a non-obligation assessment at 822-1915.