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Want a Happier, More Fulfilling Life? 75-Year Harvard Study Says Focus on This 1 Thing
We often hear how that at the end of a person’s life they rarely regret not working harder; but often wish they had more time with their loved ones. This article written by Patrick Ewers, the founder and CEO of Mindmaven, describes a 75-year Harvard study that supports that our relationships are the most important part…
Read More5 Tips to Keep You Safe This Summer (2019)
Summer is the time when we make memories that we’ll remember for a lifetime. Though, sometimes we forget it is also the time we need to remember to take health precautions. Whether inside or outside, the heat that summer brings can lead to eye damage, heat exhaustion, dehydration and more. Here are fives tips…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s Disease Awareness
November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month According to the Alzheimer’s Association, there are currently 5.7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s and 200,000 under the age of 65 who have younger-onset Alzheimer’s. The former statistic is projected to more than double by the year 2050. Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death in the…
Read MorePain Awareness for Seniors
September is Pain Awareness Month for Seniors With September being Pain Awareness Month, now is a good time to discuss a problem that affects an estimated 100 million Americans – more than diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined. Pain is associated with a wide range of injury and disease, and is sometimes the disease itself.…
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Urgent Reminder: Medicaid Users Must Submit
Re-enrollment Application by June 17, 2016
Avoid Being Disenrolled from Medicaid by Meeting the June 17 Deadline Want to make sure you remain enrolled in Texas Medicaid on Sept. 25, 2016? Submit your Medicaid re-enrollment application on or before June 17, 2016. If your application is submitted after June 17, Texas Medicaid can’t guarantee that it will be processed and revalidated by…
Read MoreNovember Is National Diabetes Awareness Month
Home Vitality and Companion Connection would like to help you better understand diabetes by answering 5 common questions about the disease. For more information on special care for seniors with diabetes, or to find out how Home Vitality Care can help your loved one, contact us here, or call 281-580-9955. In addition, The Center…
Read MoreWhat is dementia? (infographic)
Information on Urinary Tract Infections and Seniors
Anyone who has experienced a urinary tract infection (UTI) knows how painful they are. Think about how horrible it would be if you were unable to recognize or communicate your symptoms to anyone. Family members and caregivers play an important role in recognizing symptoms and seeking medical attention. Amanda Smith, M.D., medical director at the…
Read MoreSenior Health Tips From Senior Celebrities
Staying healthy and fit late in life is important. But don’t just take it from us, there are several celebrities speaking out about staying active in your senior years. You may remember Jane Fonda’s exercise videos from the 1980’s. It’s no secret that still today, at 77 years of age, Jane Fonda looks and feels…
Read More4 Tips for Safe Senior Driving
We spend a large amount of time in our vehicles everyday driving from work, to home, and running errands in between. Driving is second nature to many of us who have driving since the age of 16, 17 or 18. However, as we approach our senior years, we may not realize how much certain part…
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