The average person gains 5-7 pounds during the winter months. High-calorie comfort foods, reduced exercise and being able to hide behind warmer weather clothing all play a part in why most of us see the scale tip on the heavier side. While managing one’s weight is...
Adult children and caregivers play an important role in helping older people avoid scams. Oftentimes seniors are lonely and looking for someone to talk to, and unfortunately scammers prey on this. Sit down and talk to your elderly parents. Remind them not to give out...
No matter how efficiently and effortlessly you have adapted your life to the role of caregiver; eventually you are going to need a break. Occasional breaks are essential not only to your emotional well-being, but to the well-being of your relationships with your...
Resident incontinence represents a major challenge for the long-term care (LTC) industry. It negatively impacts residents on many levels and has a significant economic impact on the service provider both in terms of the support care required and direct-expense costs....
Sleep disorders are commonly under diagnosed and a significant source of concern in the geriatric population. Age alone does not cause sleep problems. Disturbed sleep, waking up tired every day, and other symptoms of insomnia are not a normal part of aging. Instead,...
LIFE at the Oasis at Dodge Park community provides the environment of Love for individual passions, opportunities for Innovation such as setting a stage to perform again, having a new Family to hear melodies of the past and feel the warmth and tenderness of real Engagement as you are able to experience caring and positive feedback from others. Find out more about what makes the Oasis at Dodge Park the right place.