Summer is the time to relax and get away. So if your schedule allows and travel restrictions are at a minimum, enjoy a vacation with these tips Great Care has researched while keeping seniors in mind. The first tips come from TV’s Samantha Brown, a globe-trotter who has visited 220 cities in 49 countries, and […]
Stay Safe in the Summer Heat
May 29, 2018 by ·
Each year, Great Care anticipates the fun months of summer. Dips in the pool, slices of watermelon, and mason jars of lemonade are just a few of our favorite summer things. Staying cool and hydrated are two of the most important reminders for seniors in the summer. In fact, the Alzheimer’s Association suggests avoiding heat-related stress […]
Keep Pets Safe This Spring
April 30, 2018 by ·
Great Care knows how important pets are to families, and spring is a great time to keep our furry family members safe in the new season. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) offers many suggestions for safety in the spring, including a tip many may not know — until it could […]
Healthy Shopping Helps the Heart
March 27, 2018 by ·
Great Care knows the spring season is a great time to embrace a heart-healthy lifestyle, especially focusing on fresh produce from the grocery store or local farmer’s markets. The American Heart Association reminds us all that eating healthy starts with shopping healthy. “Eating right — what you put in your mouth — starts with what you put […]
Be a Kidney Health Champion in March
March 9, 2018 by ·
Each March, Great Care joins in observing National Kidney Month to help people become a kidney health champion any time of the year. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDKD) says people can start by being role models for healthy living. ”Help protect your family from kidney disease and its causes — diabetes and […]
Parenting a Parent: Filing Taxes for Elderly Parents
February 28, 2018 by ·
Tax season is upon us, and Great Care is here to provide some helpful pointers for those caregivers who may be helping their parents file before the April 17, 2018, deadline. The first question many in the elderly population and their caregivers may ask is, “When do seniors on Social Security stop filing taxes?” According […]
February a Reminder to Pursue a Heart-healthy Life
February 15, 2018 by ·
With February being American Heart Month, Great Care is sharing the American Heart Association’s message that it’s easy to learn about heart health and how to improve it. Through the newly development of “Life’s Simple 7” program, the AHA is illustrating how seven simple behaviors and factors have been scientifically proven to show the biggest impact on […]
Elevated Flu Cases Have Seniors on Alert
January 30, 2018 by ·
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated information on the nation’s “high severe” flu season, which is in its 10th consecutive week of elevated levels. Great Care is taking special precaution to ensure everyone is educated on the update. In a special flu briefing Friday, CDC experts said the season — the worst since […]
January is National Sunday Supper Month
January 13, 2018 by ·
Great Care has fond memories of supper with the family on Sundays, a time to regroup and revisit with loved ones. Luckily there’s a National Sunday Supper Day, observed annually on the second Sunday in January, to bring back the traditions of Sunday supper. “These days families are busy with after-school activities, jobs and homework,” says […]
Tips on Keeping New Year’s Resolutions
December 29, 2017 by ·
Great Care understands that New Year’s resolutions, when achieved, can make a big impact on peoples’ lives. Whether it’s losing weight or quitting smoking, the wish list of popular resolutions can change everything. The real challenge is keeping those resolutions for good. The American Psychological Association agrees. “When your holiday decorations are packed up […]
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