There are so many options available that it is easy to feel overwhelmed by the vast number of many senior housing care types and styles of senior living communities. As the families continue to get together over the holidays and have discussions about planning for the...
The GreenFields Continuing Care Community collected donations to benefit the Lancaster Trinity Food Pantry from December 5th- December 16th. On Thursday, December 22nd , the food pantry at Trinity Episcopal Church received 20 large boxes full of items and $100.00 in...
The holidays are a special time of year and a wonderful time for family and friends to come together. With the holiday season in full swing, here are tips for how to include elderly family members in the festivities. Seniors who are dealing with mobility issues, who...
Winter Greetings To You! It’s hard to believe that this year is winding down. What a glorious fall we had! But now snow is starting to fall and Christmas is almost here. A wonderful season when we reflect on the past year and welcome advent and the birth of Jesus. Our...
Have you noticed that an older friend or loved one seems to have racked up considerable clutter over the years? Although these items may be special and sentimental, the clutter can become unsafe or make it difficult to move around the home. Understanding Why Seniors...
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 5 million people in the United States. Alzheimer’s is often thought to affect mostly seniors — but people are diagnosed as early as age 40 and, in rare cases, at age 30. With the...
Fall Greetings to all, It’s that time of year again! Our autumn season that includes Halloween! Outside you see leaves falling and the harvest of pumpkins all around. Pumpkin seeds are being baked in many households, including mine. At GreenField Health and...
With the widespread prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, many caregivers and families with aging loved ones are looking for ways to “exercise” their brains. This helps promote cognitive function and can also be an enjoyable interaction for both people...
As people come into the later years of life, many are faced with the decision of staying at home, moving in with loved ones, or moving to a new living arrangement (whether they are ready or not). This new adjustment, if not approached with sensitivity, can prove to be...
What is Aquatic Therapy? Aquatic therapy refers to exercises performed in water for relaxation, fitness, physical rehabilitation, and other therapeutic benefit. Exercise performed in the water can bring relief to those who suffer from various neuromuscular or...
