Categories for Senior Safety
June 13, 2023
How Do You Keep Loved Ones with Memory Loss Safe?
Whether at home or in a traditional assisted living residence, it’s always difficult for families to determine if a loved one needs additional support. Sometimes the signs are clear-cut, but…
October 17, 2022
Message from Kae Santos, Regional President at CJL Chelsea
Dear Residents and Families, I hope this message finds you well and enjoying the fall. I love this time of year when the trees change from green to a vibrant…
October 14, 2022
Behind the Scenes at Katzman Family Center for Living
Here at Katzman, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur were celebrated this month by our Jewish residents. Services were led by Sidney Zimmerman, where residents loved hearing the blowing of the…
October 12, 2022
MassMAP Drill Prepares Residents and Staff for Emergency Situations
Staff and residents at Katzman Center, Leonard Florence and Brudnick Center participated in the MassMAP (Mutual Aid Plan) Drill during early October. The exercise features a state led simulation to…
September 19, 2022
Message from Kae Santos, Regional President at CJL Chelsea
Dear Residents and Families, I hope this message finds you well and in good spirits. The end of summer and start of autumn has not slowed down our residences as…
June 10, 2022
Celebrate National Safety Month in June
In 1996, the National Safety Council established June as National Safety Month in the United States. The goal is to focus on ways to keep the environment safe and free…
January 1, 2020
Signs That Elderly Loved Ones May Need Additional Care
Sometimes the changes that come with aging happen so slowly, they are hard to notice. Other times, they are triggered quickly due to a health issue or emergency. The staff…
April 26, 2017
The Effects of Aging on Home Safety and Fall Risk
Falls are the number one cause of injuries and injury-related deaths among older Americans. This is because as we age, our senses decrease in strength and sensitivity, causing vision, hearing…
March 23, 2017
Celebrating Social Work Month in Senior Care
March is national social work month. What a great opportunity to explain the field of social work and the role of social workers in today’s society! Many people misunderstand exactly…
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 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,…
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…