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A collection of articles offering trusted guidance from the professionals who serve our community every day.
Ask St. Ann’s – How is music therapy beneficial for seniors?
Posted on June 5, 2018 | As we age, we can have days filled with loneliness and boredom. This is especially true of seniors in long-term care settings. Adding music therapy to their routine can have them singing a happier tune.
Ask St. Ann’s – The CNA: Providing Care, Friendship, Advocacy For Elders
They’re the first person you see in the morning and the last before you go to sleep at night. If you live in a skilled nursing community, you know who I’m talking about: the CNAs, or certified nursing assistants. These special people spend more time taking care of our loved
Ask St. Ann’s – How Do Our Dietary Needs Change As We Age?
By Dr. Kim Petrone Good nutrition is important at any stage of life. A healthy, balanced diet provides our bodies with the nutrients we need to function, grow and heal properly. But as we age, healthy eating takes on new importance. Our bodies become less efficient at absorbing and using
Ask St. Ann’s – Smaller Gatherings Allow For More Meaningful Engagement
By Jeff Brunner One of the things we value most as humans is the ability to connect with others, to have meaningful interactions with those around us. It’s what makes us truly human. For many of us, that ability took a big hit at the height of the pandemic when
Why Should Retirees Consider Selling Their Homes This Year?
Our homes are our cocoons, safe havens, retreats and cozy nests. Nothing feels better than home, especially during challenging times. However, mixed in with the struggles of the past 15 months is a silver lining — an opportunity for retirees to cash in on their homes and move to a
When Is A Good Time To Talk To My Aging Parents About Finances?
One of the most meaningful things adult children can do for aging parents is to honor their wishes regarding eldercare. There’s no better time than the present to ask about their plans to ensure they have the resources necessary to receive the quality of care they may need in the
Ask St. Ann’s – How Does Pet Therapy Benefit Healthy Aging?
By Mark Simpelaar Wagging tails. Wet noses. Warm cuddles. Spending time with a friendly pet is a sure-fire way to receive a daily dose of unconditional love, connection and companionship. Best of all, this mutually beneficial relationship supports healthy aging. Often referred to as the “pet effect,” the bond between
Ask St. Ann’s – Aging Feet Need Good Footwear
By Dr. John Ellie, Jr., podiatrist at the outpatient podiatry practice located at St. Ann’s Community in Rochester. Feet are complex structures. They serve as all-in-one stabilizers, shock absorbers and propulsion engines instrumental to our overall health and well-being. The average person walks tens of thousands of miles in their