Greater Medford VNA

01/26/2026

Taking Care of Yourself: Tips for Caregivers
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/caregiving/taking-care-yourself-tips-caregivers

Taking care of yourself is one of the most important things you can do as a caregiver. Find tips for making time for yourself.

01/23/2026

For Lonely Older Adults, a Social Prescription Is a Wonder Drug
https://www.nextavenue.org/lonely-older-adults-social-prescription/

To strengthen social connections and reduce isolation, one program connects military veterans with volunteers for weekly phone calls

01/23/2026

Helping Your Senior Parent Stay Healthy During Cold And Flu Season https://bit.ly/3NxSQ7G

Early care and rest can shorten recovery time and reduce complications from the flu and a home care provider can let you know if they notice that your parent has any symptoms.

01/21/2026

Helping Grandchildren Understand Dementia and Alzheimer's
https://www.nextavenue.org/helping-grandchildren-understand-dementia-alzheimers/

How to discuss changes caused by dementia or Alzheimer's and continue to have meaningful visits with your grandchildren

01/19/2026

Three Keys to Mobility and Muscle
https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-harold-three-keys-mobility-muscle/

01/16/2026

Bathroom Safety for Seniors: 4 Simple Tips
https://dailycaring.com/bathroom-safety-older-adults-grab-bars/

Increasing bathroom safety for seniors prevents falls and increases independence and dignity. Simple tips like grab bars can really help!

01/14/2026

4 Ways to Reduce Loneliness in Seniors with Alzheimer’s or Dementia
https://dailycaring.com/4-ways-to-reduce-loneliness-in-seniors-with-alzheimers-or-dementia/

Loneliness & isolation worsen dementia symptoms & suppress the immune system. Use 4 strategies to help someone with dementia stay connected!

01/12/2026

Alzheimer’s and Fear of Being Alone: 5 Ways for Caregivers to Cope
https://dailycaring.com/alzheimers-and-fear-of-being-alone-5-ways-for-caregivers-to-cope/

Some people with Alzheimer's Disease develop an incredible fear of being alone. We call this "Shadowing". Learn how to cope these days!

01/09/2026

Signs of Normal Aging: Incontinence, Falls, Sleep, Skin
https://dailycaring.com/signs-normal-aging-incontinence-falls-sleep-skin/

Find out what normal aging signs are vs. things you should ask a doc about. Learn about incontinence (not normal!), fall risk, sleep patterns, & skin issues

01/08/2026

How Home Care Supports Brain Health By Encouraging Healthy Habits https://bit.ly/3NyPdy5

For older adults who want to stay in their own homes, professional home care offers essential support in building and sticking to the daily habits that keep the mind active.

01/07/2026

3 Fun Games for Seniors with Dementia Improve Quality of Life
https://dailycaring.com/3-fun-games-for-seniors-with-dementia-improve-quality-of-life/

Try these three games for seniors with dementia. They’re inexpensive and easy to adapt for different ability levels!