The Power of Music in Caregiving (Senior Outlook Today)
Steve Toll, care enhancement specialist and musician, talks about how music triggers memories, not only of the song and the performer, but also how we were feeling at the time we heard it, the people we were with and the events that were happening. Keep
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Keeping the Home Safe and Sanitary During COVID-19
Health and safety are paramount for us all during COVID-19. However, we must take special care to... Keep
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Robot Pets Make Good Companions for Seniors
Like shelter and food, companionship is one of the most important necessities in life. Having... Keep
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6 Questions to Ask a Home Care Agency
Finding a home care agency to watch over a parent, grandparent, spouse or another older loved one... Keep
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Loneliness and Aging: An Epidemic
According to the results of a recent University of Michigan-AARP poll of adults between 50 and 80,... Keep
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Fall Risk Reduction for Aging Loved Ones
By Stephanie Wierzbicka, manager, strategic health programs, ComForCare Franchise Systems,... Keep
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Making Masks More Comfortable for Older Adults
The coronavirus pandemic has been a frightening time for all of us, but it has been especially... Keep
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ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care Join Alzheimer's Foundation of America as National Members
ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care, franchised providers of in-home caregiving services, are new... Keep
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The Benefits of Singing
By Steve Toll, care enhancement specialist
When I was a kid, my mother would play the... Keep
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The Cost of Keeping Caregivers and their Clients Safe During a Pandemic
According to the CDC, the risk for severe illness from COVID-19 among adults increases with age, with older adults at highest risk. That makes the health and safety of the caregivers who look after them all the more important. And it is the responsibility of those employing the caregivers to ensure they have the resources to do their job safely. Keep
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Staying Safe During Summer Vacation
Summer is here once again, which means sunny days, hot weather, and of course a well-deserved and... Keep
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Tips for an Effective Telemedicine Appointment for Older Adults
More and more states are beginning to open after relaxing rules and regulations regarding which... Keep
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The Impact of Music on Our Memories
By Steve Toll, care enhancement specialist
I will never forget the first time I saw... Keep
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Safely Storing Medication Around Grandchildren
For children, visiting their grandparents’ house can be a fun and exciting place to explore.... Keep
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Easing Grief After Loss for Older Adults During COVID-19
The coronavirus (COVID-19) fatality rate has surpassed 100,000 confirmed deaths in the United... Keep
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The "Music Man" of COVID-19
Steve Toll sings tunes from the 30s to the 60s in a quest to connect with seniors and those living with dementia through music and conversation. When COVID-19 hit, Steve started getting on Facebook daily to help engage and connect with seniors who are sheltering-in-place.
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Cooking Up a Positive Attitude With Leftovers
By Steve Toll, care enhancement specialist
I have always loved to cook. I remember as... Keep
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Virtual Reality: Not Just for the Young
We usually associate the latest technology with the young, but in the case of virtual reality (VR),... Keep
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Tech Tips for Older Adults
Tech Tips for Older Adults
From new emojis to software updates, the technology we use is... Keep
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ComForCare in Richmond Interviewed by CBS News
Marques Jones, President of ComForCare of northwest Richmond, says social distancing is difficult during in-home care, which often requires close contact for things like feeding, bathing and grooming. Keep
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