Senior Helpers of the Lehigh Valley

06/28/2018

Is Parkinson's linked to bacteriophages?

New research sheds more light.

Although Parkinson's is a neurological condition, new research finds that levels of bacteria and bacteriophages in the gut might also be important.

06/26/2018

12 Summer Safety Tips for Seniors

We all love the warmer weather and longer days. But make sure to keep yourself and your senior safe while you're out there!

The summertime is a time of fun and relaxation for most people. But for seniors, the heat and sun can be dangerous if the proper precautions aren't taken. Here are some great tips that aging adults, as well as their caregivers, can use to make sure they have a fun, ...

06/23/2018

Benefits of Napping | Reader's Digest

Saturday's are prefect for napping! And here are a bunch of good reasons to do so!

Catching some sleep during a nap can do more than just help you feel refreshed and revitalized. Here's how napping makes you healthier.

06/21/2018

Timeline Photos

06/14/2018

Looking for new Alzheimer’s treatment, France is building a $28 million gated village

Could this be in our future as well?

The new project is being constructed in southern France and is designed to emulate life outside hospital walls.

06/14/2018

We are so excited to have and to continue to be part of a Lehigh Valley coalition in making the Lehigh Valley a dementia friendly place. I am looking for local businesses and other professionals, families or caregivers who want to learn more contact me at my office or email me....I am targeting local businesses to train staff on how to be accepting and help people diagnosed with this disease live a normal life...
There is LIFE after diagnosis for families and the patient......
choffman@seniorhelpers.com or office 610-770-2036
Thank you in advance this is something that is very very important to me....!

06/13/2018

Did you know that June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month?

06/12/2018

4 Reasons for Enlisting the Help of Caregivers Rather Than Going It Alone | Senior Helpers

Hey Allentown -- You can read our most recent blog post here!

Investing in senior health care services for your loved one isn’t a decision that should be made lightly. After all, someone’s life is literally in your hands, and you want to be sure you make the right decision. Maybe you’ve been caring for your loved one for quite some time, but the stress h...

06/06/2018

"How to Help a Person with Dementia Brush their Teeth" with Teepa Snow

Oral health is important no matter what your age. Watch our own Teepa Snow demonstrate how to help someone with dementia take care of his or her teeth.

Watch the entire program online now at https://www.pineseducation.org/product/dental-care-for-people-with-dementia-with-teepa-snow-online-video/ This video i...

06/06/2018

Lehigh Valley Aging In Place

Lehigh Valley Aging In Place

Many seniors that live at home experience moments of isolation and depression. Help your parent or loved one with these thoughtful tips from dailycaring.com http://dailycaring.com/10-ways-to-help-seniors-deal-with-isolation-and-depression/

06/04/2018

Senior Dog Rescue Helps 104-Year-Old Man Find “Puppy” Love Again

It's Pet Appreciation Week! Here's a sweet story to celebrate that!

When asked if dogs are the secret to a long life, Milt Lessner tells Jen Reeder with BBC News, “I’d like to think so.” At 104 years old, he probably knows better than anyone. Milt grew up with dogs and had …

06/01/2018

Raising Men Lawn Care Service – Making a Difference One Lawn at A Time

What a wonderful and generous idea!

What Is R.M.L.C.S ? Raising Men Lawn Care Service is the union of an ordinary yard maintenance service and the commitment to establish an inspiring program to keep our youth (girls & boys) on a positive path while learning and understanding their value in society. RMLS provides free lawn care to our...

05/30/2018

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05/28/2018

Senior Helpers of the Lehigh Valley

Senior Helpers of the Lehigh Valley

New findings seem to confirm that some kind of connection between handgrip strength and brain health exists across all age groups. So don't stop strength training!

05/28/2018

Senior Helpers of the Lehigh Valley

Senior Helpers of the Lehigh Valley

Hey Allentown -- this June 13th expo is on-line and sign up is free!

05/26/2018

Finding the Balance: Enhancing Self-Efficacy in Persons Living with Dementia | American Society on Aging

Sign-up for this informative webinar is free!

Part of the National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center webinar series sponsored by the Administration for Community Living.

05/24/2018

McKnight's Senior Living expo to hit emergency prep, dementia and more

Hey Allentown -- this June 13th expo is on-line and sign up is free!

Registration has opened for the second annual McKnight's Senior Living Online Expo, where attendees can earn up to three continuing education credits and interact with companies serving the industry.

05/22/2018

5 ways you can actually slow the aging process

If we're lucky, we live to be old and healthy. But slowing the aging process can't hurt!

Do these things now, feel amazing forever.

05/19/2018

Grip strength may indicate brain health

New findings seem to confirm that some kind of connection between handgrip strength and brain health exists across all age groups. So don't stop strength training!

New study hints that we should stop using the term dumbbells.

05/19/2018

Senior Helpers of the Lehigh Valley

Senior Helpers of the Lehigh Valley

Some sad news about a beloved star. We wish her well!

05/18/2018

Senior Helpers of the Lehigh Valley's cover photo

05/17/2018

Star Trek Legend Nichelle Nichols Reportedly Has Dementia - theGrio

Some sad news about a beloved star. We wish her well!

Nichelle Nichols, who played Lieutenant Uhura on the cult-classic series Star Trek, is reported to be suffering from dementia.

05/16/2018

Don't miss the Senior Expo tomorrow - stop by our table and say hello!

The wait is finally over! The Senior Expo begins tomorrow at 9 am. Don't miss the opportunity to hear from over 100 businesses all geared toward the issues and concerns that matter to YOU! See you at the Allentown Agri-Plex located at 302 N. 17th St. Free parking and admission.

05/15/2018

Does Parkinson's Begin in the Gut?

The idea that the earliest stages of Parkinson’s disease may occur in the gastrointestinal tract has been gaining traction. Read here for more about this compelling idea.

A growing body of evidence links the neurodegenerative disease to the gastrointestinal tract, opening new possibilities for treatment

05/11/2018

Viral Novelty

05/11/2018

This is so true, especially on mother's day. I had no idea when I hung up with my mom for the last time that it would be the last time. There are so many things I still want to tell her.

05/10/2018

What to Do for Mom on Mother’s Day

Here's what we can DO for mom on Mother's Day! Because the best things in life really are free!

Show Mom you care by giving her a special dinner, taking care of household tasks and creating new memories together

05/08/2018

Being outside can improve memory, fight depression, and lower blood pressure — here are 12 science-backed reasons to spend more time outdoors

Spring has sprung and many of us are experiencing warm weather again after a long winter! It's time to get outdoors!

Psychologists and health researchers are finding more and more ways that being outdoors offers powerful health benefits.

05/03/2018

In-Home Senior Care Services We Offer at Senior Helpers | Senior Helpers

Our expert caregivers are skilled in a variety of services. Our latest blog outlines some of them here.

When you choose an in-come senior care provider, you’re not just hiring a company. You’re welcoming a new member to your family into your home, tasked with making the life of your loved one more easy and comfortable. You want to not only make sure that person is compassionate, well-trained, and ...

05/01/2018

Hoarding: A Challenging and Potentially Dangerous Dementia-Related Behavior

Read here for some valuable insight and suggestions.

Hoarding is an extreme “collecting” behavior seen in some people who have Alzheimer's disease and obsessive-compulsive tendencies. Fortunately, there are some strategies that caregivers and family members can use to help manage these behaviors.

04/28/2018

How to Choose a Medical Alert System

Hey Allentown -- There are many choices when it comes to these important systems. Read here to learn what to look for.

Medical alert systems can provide peace of mind by allowing you to summon help in an emergency. Consumer Reports has the details of different companies' prices and services.

04/26/2018

Scientists Push Plan To Change How Researchers Define Alzheimer's

This could mean important changes in the way we diagnose and treat this devastating disease.

Research scientists say they want to define Alzheimer's by the biological changes it causes in the brain, rather than by symptoms like memory loss.

04/24/2018

Lifelong Air Pollution Raises Alzheimer's Risk

One more reason why clean air matters!

New US research has found that growing up in a city with a high level of air pollution could increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease and progression of the disease. Carried out by researchers at the University of Montana, the study looked at the effects of air pollution in...

04/23/2018

1950’s replica town uses reminiscence therapy for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients

1950’s replica town uses reminiscence therapy for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients

Glenner Town Square is a full scale, functional replica of a typical town from the 1950s that is the first immersive treatment center of its kind for Dementia and Alzheimer’s patients