Fun Trivia about Valentine\’s Day About 1 billion Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged each year. Romantic cards are the bestsellers. About 25% of Valentine’s Day cards are funny Kids aged 6-10 exchange more than 650 million Valentine’s Day cards with their teachers, classmates and family members Candy hearts (the ones with
Fun Trivia about Valentine\’s Day About 1 billion Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged each year. Romantic cards are the bestsellers. About 25% of Valentine’s Day cards are funny Kids aged 6-10 exchange more than 650 million Valentine’s Day cards with their teachers, classmates and family members Candy hearts (the ones with
While suffering from depression is not a normal part of aging, the triggers associated with depression increase as we age. Illness, loss of a spouse, aches and pains, can all contribute to depression. So, it is not uncommon for an older adult to suffer from the condition. It is important
We love this article by Andrea Lee at Care.com because it reminds all of us to be extra careful during the winter months and to help our seniors stay safe. Andrea Lee @AndreaL51 (RePost) Prepare older people for the unique challenges of wintertime weather. During the winter months, ice, snow
Listed below are some of the many groups and individuals who will be helping to make our days merry and bright during the month of December at Abbington Assisted Living Pickerington. We are grateful to each one ! 88 Keys Piano Students-concert VFW volunteers bring gifts to our veterans and
We can\’t wait to spread the joy this season with our annual Abbington Pickerington Christmas Party, Monday, December 19th from 6-8 p.m. Beginning at 6 p.m. we will offer appetizers and punch in the sunroom, and from 6-7 p.m. Santa will take a break from his hectic schedule and stop
The holiday season is upon us and brings with it numerous opportunities for turning typical days at your community into seasonal experiences. Treat November as a month-long Thanksgiving celebration with regular themed activities scattered throughout. The seniors in your assisted living home can get involved by helping decorate and plan for
Holidays with elderly relatives who are in an assisted living facility can present challenges, but the rewards are plentiful, whether you celebrate in their home or yours. (Jose Luis Pelaez / The Image Bank) Debbie Carlson Chicago Tribune For families with loved ones in assisted living, holidays can be challenging
Reprinted from AARP FAVORITES http://www.aarp.org/relationships/caregiving-resource-center/info-09-2010/ho_assisted_living_weighing_the_options.html Assisted living residences are aimed at helping residents remain as self-sufficient as possible with the assurance of assistance when needed. A combination of housing, meals, personal care and support, social activities, 24-hour supervision and, in some residences, health-related services is usually provided. Assisted living facilities
The National Center for Assisted Living established National Assisted Living Week in 1995 to raise awareness about the role that assisted living plays in caring for seniors. Across the country, facilities celebrate the week with special events for residents, their families and friends, and staff members. This year\’s theme is \”Keep Connected,\” highlighting
