Category Archives: Health

Seniors and Taking Advantage of the Benefits of Therapy

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Did you know that at least 24% of the general adult population utilizes the services that therapists offer? As people age, they experience a wide range of physical and emotional changes. Some seniors may face difficult life events such as forced retirement, transitioning out of driving, having their independence adjusted, or health issues that can leave them […]

April Is Autism Awareness Month

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April is Autism Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and understanding about this neurological and developmental disorder that affects 75 million people across the globe. While that number is 1% of the global population, it’s important to recognize how this disorder affects people, what it actually means, and how April is used to raise […]

Preparing for Spring and Summer: How to Face the Florida Heat

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While Florida is known for its “level-headed” temperatures during the spring and start of summer, the high for the state will still often reach 88 degrees Fahrenheit. You might be thinking, that’s perfect beach weather and while it can be, any temperature over 82 technically calls for extreme caution. It’s easy to get wrapped up […]

Did You Know That March Is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

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Did you know that of adults 65 or older, 36% of them have at least one type of disability? What’s interesting is that there are 21 different types of disabilities and there is one among seniors that isn’t talked about as much as you might think. For those 60 or older, at least 46% of this population […]

Seniors and Medication Management; What You Should Know

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Anywhere between 75% and 96% of seniors have admitted to making mistakes with their medication. This is concerning considering that this could represent how many older adults either don’t understand the side effects, general effects, or dosing recommendations of their medications. You should never result to guesswork when it comes to handling prescriptions even if you […]