Music reaches us in a way that other things do not. It accesses our emotions, involves our minds – it literarily moves us, even if you can’t keep a beat…your brain CAN! Parkinson’s Chronic Diseases can disrupt the brains normal rhythms, surprisingly the symptoms of Parkinson’s are greatly reduced when patients respond to the external Read More
National Caregiver Day- February 15, 2019
Caregiving is an important part of a senior’s quality of life, especially if they have a chronic condition such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and COPD or had a Stroke. A professional caregiver can also provide additional support for the family, providing the much needed respite care. Since the company’s founding in 1990, Granny NANNIES has recruited Read More
Sleep Should Be Prescribed
Sleep scientist and author of “Why We Sleep” Matthew Walker suggests a lack of sleeping is having a catastrophic impact on our health and wellness, and is fast becoming one of our greatest public health challenges. Walker suggests more vehicle crashes in United States are caused by sleep-deprived drivers than those involving alcohol or drugs. Read More
Alzheimer and Dementia Patients Are Highly Sensitive To Their Environment
A soothing, calming atmosphere is helpful for everybody. For a person with dementia, it can help minimize their confusion and help them to concentrate and rest. There are a number of factors you should consider when creating the perfect environment for a person living with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. Noise or Silence – Sound, including background Read More
National Check Your Meds Day
National Check Your Meds Day – October 21st. This inaugural event was designed to encourage consumers to bring their prescription medications and supplements to their local pharmacies for brown bag medication reviews. Lugging every pill you take to your next doctor’s appointment or trip to the pharmacist might seem like overkill, but it could save your Read More