by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Oct 8, 2013 | Sentinel Articles, Uncategorized
A Special Family Tree Genealogy research is a popular activity among seniors. There are a number of websites devoted to genealogy, vacations organized around the concept, and entire companies founded upon it. Genealogy is the study of one’s ancestry and...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Oct 1, 2013 | Sentinel Articles, Uncategorized
Are You “Banking” for A Healthier Future? Do your joints ache, or your bones creak? Does your back complain when you get out of bed in the morning? According to awarenessdepot.com, September is Healthy Aging Month, and October is National Physical Therapy Month. In...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Sep 23, 2013 | Sentinel Articles, Uncategorized
Are You Planning To “Hit the Road” This Fall? Fall is a beautiful time to travel with cooler weather, fewer crowds, and lower prices. While travel offers opportunities to see new places, experience different cultures, learn about topics of interest, or just relax,...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Sep 3, 2013 | Estate Planning, Sentinel Articles
Planning Ahead for Fido and Fluffy Do you think of your pets as property or members of the family? What would happen to your pets if you suddenly became unable to care for them, or even make decisions about their care? Many individuals turn to trusted family members...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Aug 19, 2013 | Alzheimer's and Dementia, Caregiver Support, Health Care System, Sentinel Articles
The words dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease are often used interchangeably. Exactly what do these terms mean? Let’s start with dementia. Dementia is not a specific disease. It is a condition in which a set of symptoms exist that cause individuals to have difficulty...
