End of the year wrap up…part II

More about Aging in Place: As we come to the close of 2009, let’s recap what we’ve learned about aging in place.  The goal of aging in place is just as it sounds, helping people to age in place, within their homes.  For the older population, this may mean the difference between being able to [...]

Diabetic Neuropathy

In keeping with National Diabetes month, The Aging Suite will be discussing diabetic neuropathy this week.  Diabetic Neuropathy can occur in all of the body’s organs, impacting the way in which individuals function safely in their homes. This impact can be due to issues such as sensation and vision loss as well as muscle weakness.  [...]

Rehabilitation in the Home

You or your loved one may have suffered an accident or injury that may require OT or PT rehabilitation services.  A physician prescribes OT and PT   treatment to help their patients get back on their feet after an illness, injury, or decline in functioning.  While OT and PT treatment is done in the hospital setting, [...]

The Aging Suite

  The Aging Suite is dedicated to providing older individuals, and their families and caregivers, with tips and tools for aging well at home.  Aging Suite embraces the concept of Aging in Place, defined by the National Aging in place Council as the ability to continue to live in one’s home safely, independently, and comfortably, [...]