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Volunteer to Save the Planet

April 14, 2023 — Superheroes make it look easy, but saving the planet is tough work–especially from climate change. This April 22 marks the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day, the world’s largest environmental movement with one billion people in more than 193 countries  participating in a wide range of coordinated events. The theme is “Invest in Our Planet” and... Read More

Bone Up to Protect Your Bones

March 23, 2023 — Osteoporosis is a quiet disease that impacts the bones, weakening them over time and making fractures more likely. About 50 million people over 50 in the U.S. have low bone mass, although they may not know it until they break a bone. Although many connect fragile bones as a normal part of the aging process,... Read More

National Patient Safety Awareness Week

March 15, 2023 — As part of National Patient Safety Awareness Week, we asked Danny Blomquist, an occupational therapist at Resilience Home Health, for his top tips on keeping patients safe at home and common safety hazards that can be prevented. Blomquist said that “minimizing the risk of falls is an important reminder for patients” and shared the following... Read More

Spring Safely into the New Season

March 13, 2023 — Spring is finally here! The days are getting longer and the weather is warmer. Spring is a wonderful time of year, but it’s also a time when older adults need to be cautious about certain safety risks. Here are some tips to help keep seniors safe during the spring season: Protect skin from the sun:... Read More

The Importance of Stretching

February 27, 2023 — It’s a stereotype about aging—muscles tighten and we can’t quite move like we used to. Getting older doesn’t mean we are destined to decreasing mobility and range of motion. And one of the most important things we can do to maintain mobility as we age is stretching! As we age, our muscles, tendons, and ligaments... Read More

National Wear Red Day and American Heart Month

February 14, 2023 —   On February 3, the Resilience Home Health office administrative support team joined the nationwide effort to raise awareness about heart disease by wearing red on National Wear Red Day and helped to spread the word about preventative measures everyone can take to improve their heart health. Heart disease is the leading cause of death... Read More

Heart Healthy Habits for Couples

February 13, 2023 — It’s February and Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Are you thinking of gifting jewelry, candy, or a fancy letterpress card to your spouse or partner? One gift you can give your spouse that will be beneficial long after that candy is eaten is the gift of heart health! Heart health is a crucial... Read More

Understanding Glaucoma

January 23, 2023 — Glaucoma is a leading cause of vision loss and blindness in the United States. January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, a good time to revisit the symptoms and risk factors for “the sneak thief of sight.” The most common form of glaucoma, primary open-angle glaucoma, usually has no symptoms in the early stages. As many as... Read More

Does Your Loved One Need Help?

January 9, 2023 — After New Year’s, it’s time for a collective sigh of relief: the holidays are over! But if you’re still worrying about an older loved one, it may be time to start thinking about getting them extra support. There are many different types of elder care to assist people as they age, providing a wide range... Read More

Resolve to Exercise More

December 26, 2022 — The end of the calendar year has many of us thinking about the year ahead and the changes we’d like to implement for our physical and mental health. One excellent resolution that many people can use to improve their health is a goal to get more exercise! Numerous research studies have established that regular physical... Read More