Categories for Health
February 13, 2017
Small Falls Can Make a Big Impact
Falls are the number one cause of accidents in people over the age of 65. The effects of falls can be quite serious, often resulting in bodily injury or even…
December 30, 2016
The Importance of Documentation
Many professionals who seek careers in the healthcare arena do so because they innately want to help others. They experience a “calling” that inspires them to help the sick become…
December 16, 2016
The Effects of Aging on Swallowing
As we age, the muscles in our bodies don’t always work as well as when we were younger. We often notice changes in strength and endurance as we get older….
December 8, 2016
Signs to Look For During Holiday Visits
The holiday season is the perfect time to assess the needs of your aging family members. While visiting with your loved ones, pay attention to any changes in their appearance,…
November 16, 2016
Stress Management for Healthy Living
Stress is defined as a state of mental or emotional strain resulting from very demanding circumstances. Whether it’s at home or at work, we deal with stress every day. But…
October 10, 2016
Fall Food Menus
It’s that time of the year again! The Leonard Florence Center is preparing to change its menu for the upcoming fall and winter seasons. When planning our menu, Food Service…
October 5, 2016
The Bridge Between Home and Long-term Care
The bridge between home and long-term care is otherwise known as an Assisted Living Facility. Not everyone gets the chance to cross over this bridge. For those who are having…
August 12, 2016
Ethical Decision Making in Healthcare
By Andrew Tripp, Director, Chelsea Jewish Personal Care, and Member of the CJF Ethics Committee Healthcare is fraught with ethical decisions with difficult questions and harder answers. How do I…
August 4, 2016
Keeping Kosher in Healthcare
By Kim O’Connor, Communications Manager, Chelsea Jewish Lifecare Many families and staff members have questions about “keeping kosher.” Here are a few guidelines that will hopefully clarify these age-old dietary…
July 22, 2016
Memory Loss and Assisted Living
By Tammy Naugler, Nurse Manager, Harriett & Ralph Kaplan Estates Memory Support What exactly is assisted living in terms of memory care? The term “Assisted Living” is often synonymous with…
June 8, 2016
The Health Care Proxy Conversation
By Janice Glick, Director of Social Work/Case Management at the Chelsea Jewish Lifecare North Shore Campus Many people are unaware of the nature of a Health Care Proxy. Basically, a…
May 4, 2016
Active and Healthy Lifestyle Key to Productivity
By Rosalie Stone, Payroll Director, Chelsea Jewish Lifecare Payroll is the largest expense of our entire organization. With over 1000 employees company-wide, 700 of which I am responsible for managing…