We’re so stoked for the 2019 CCNJ Bash on the Beach! It’s going to be a great event! In preparation for the Bash, we’re offering discounts on membership and sponsorship in conjunction with the Bash. Become a CCNJ Member! Your membership to CCNJ counts as a sponsorship because it makes it possible for us to […]
August is Wellness Month and August 15th is Relaxation Day. Every day should be thought of as “Wellness Day”, but the truth is that caregivers rarely put themselves first. Sometimes our lives are so busy that we simply feel there is no time for extra steps for our own wellness. Perhaps you are someone who […]
When we think of bullying, many times we think of adolescents in middle school and high school. These “Mean Girls” or bullies make life impossible for the victim. There is another demographic that we need to bring attention to in this day and age which it may come to a surprise to you.Bullying is defined […]
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. We ask that you join us through the month of June to wear purple to show support for the millions of people worldwide struggling with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. It’s also a time to recognize the caregivers for the support that they provide to their loved […]
May is Older Americans Month Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads our nation’s observance of Older Americans Month. This year the 2019 theme is Connect, Create, Contribute so we are encouraging older adults in New Jersey to: Connect with friends, family, and services that support participation. This will help you stay active in your community. […]
According to The Institute on Aging, in the year 1900 only 100,000 Americans reached the age of 85. By 2050, the 85+ year-old age group will reach 19 million, which is 5 percent of the total population. These numbers are scary when you look at the amount of qualified individuals there are to care for […]
Nick was my father’s first cousin and he was kind and he was generous. He would come to my grandmother’s house (his Aunt Laura) in Brooklyn on Sundays when we went to visit. Sometimes his parents would come visit as well. We saw him when we were small through our late teens and maybe even […]
Buckingham Adult Day Center Offers: Socialization, Group Activities, Hot meals, music, Alzheimer’s programs, onsite RN, open Monday through Friday 9am-4:30pm. Buckingham Home Health Care Offers: Home health aides assisting with personal care, transportation, shopping, errands and more. Clients are given the opportunity to meet and interview the assigned aide to ensure a comfort level prior […]
Valentine’s Day is a little over a month away and I am lucky enough to be surrounded by so much love in my life. Love from my husband and children, other family members, my friends, even my colleagues. Traditional spouses are planning to buy chocolate and flowers for their loves for Valentine’s Day. More modern […]
Social situations vary from family to family. These situations can contribute to the social, physical and psychological issues in aging adults and ultimately lead to serious health problems if they are not addressed. Some things that can directly impact the physical and mental health of seniors are as follows: The loss of a spouse-When a […]
Sometimes we don’t see our parents as much as we would like. Life gets in the way and our responsibilities pull us in many directions. We speak to mom or dad on the phone and they tell us everything is just fine. But is it? With the holidays here, take note of minor changes you […]
Gratitude is something that I practice on a regular basis and something that I try to share with the people I’m closest to as well as the seniors that I educate. It’s so easy to let a bad day take us over to the point where we may feel very little gratitude. I lived my […]
When I was a caregiver for my mother, I juggled a full-time job, two children, a relationship, and trying to be the best caregiver I could be. When the time came that I needed help, I would hop on the computer at night and Google information. This was a daunting task. Primarily because not all […]
Imagine what it would mean if suddenly, you couldn’t drive any more. The loss of independence is a terrible blow to a senior citizen who, because of health problems or physical limitations, can no longer drive safely. Statistics from the federal government show that people under 75 have relatively low involvement in car crashes. But […]
Accreditation Consulting for Home Care was established to help NJ health care service firms achieve and maintain accreditation. We have developed a simple approach to breaking down the standards and can show you how to integrate these standards into your day-to-day operations. Mindy Rosenblum, President of Accreditation Consulting for Home Care, is also the owner/operator […]
From the company’s inception in 1996, our mission has been to help people in New Jersey live safely at home as long as possible while maintaining their independence and dignity. The safety and well-being of the clients we serve is most important to our Health Force team of dedicated health care professionals. Utilizing a team […]
The Greystone Residential Program At Friends Hospital is a Long-term Residence for Adults and Older Adults with Mental Illness (non-dementia related). Private –pay residence with structured programming to address mental health needs Program staffed 24/7 and includes nursing, psychiatry, social work, & counselors Licensed by State of PA and accredited by The Joint Commission Full access […]
When you hear the song You Are My Sunshine, does it make you think of a family member? A resident? A patient? Does it bring up a childhood memory? A memory of your own children, perhaps? You Are My Sunshine is a song that my grandmother sang to my mother. My mother sang to me […]
Brandywine Living is a premier provider of senior living services, and our team has achieved this status by focusing our efforts on exactly this each and every day. While our care is second-to-none, we know that amenities are just as important, and because of that, we are very focused on customer service and hospitality. Food […]
PLEASE HELP! Goodwill Home Medical is in need of Fully Electric and Semi Electric Hospital Beds at this time. We have a large number of orders to fill and not enough beds at this time. We will pick up the beds all you need is call our store to schedule, 609-396-1513. Please check with home […]
SpendyLove Home Care Care with Excellence SpendyLove Home Care mission is to offer new beginnings and meaningful opportunities to caregivers and clinicians while providing home care services built on innovation, skill and Christ-like values of compassion, honesty and patience. Living by our mission is what makes us a top choice for excellent home care, […]
This is something in senior living we hear daily. But what is Mom really doing at home? Many senior living communities now offer a hospitality approach, focusing on a resident’s overall wellbeing, rather than just solely focusing on their clinical needs. “Assisting a resident with their daily hygiene routine is very important but assisted living […]
If you are a senior 65 or older, then you probably have Medicare. Understanding your Medicare coverage can be very important, especially if you find yourself in the hospital, or needing care after a hospitalization. Medicare Part A covers Medicare inpatient care, including care received while in a hospital, a skilled nursing facility, and, in limited […]
A division of Goodwill Industries of Southern NJ & Philadelphia, Goodwill Home Medical Equipment collects, refurbishes and sells gently-used home medical equipment at affordable places. Our vast inventory includes everything from power and manual wheelchairs, walkers, scooters, portable ramps, lift chairs, and hospital beds to canes, crutches and shower items. We also sell unopened medical […]
When searching for in-home care options, it’s easy to get lost in all of the different care possibilities for yourself or your loved one. How do you know what kind of care is not only available, but also what best suits your needs? When you’re feeling overwhelmed by a significant change or a recent crisis, […]
Thank you to all of those who have already sponsored or who have inquired about sponsoring the Harvest Bash to gain access to the professional portal of the website through 2019 and tickets to the Bash! Sponsorship is now open and there are many ways that you can be a part of our history. Sponsor […]
The Clare Estate Assisted Living Community in Bordentown, New Jersey, is a truly unique and luxurious senior residential community cloistered peacefully amid 10 acres of fully restored and modernized historic buildings, towering trees, natural spaces, and gardened lawns that offers a grand and historic estate setting found in few other senior communities.
I have to take a moment to thank some folks. Starting with two very special people who have helped this vision come to life. Linda Mundie of the Gardens at Monroe and Cris Brown of Imperial Healthcare have been the sounding boards to all of my madness, talked me off of ledges, and spent many […]
Can you remember your first boyfriend or girlfriend? Do you remember what “Your Song” was? When you hear that song come on the radio, do you automatically think of that person or that time in your life? These long-term memories will stay with us throughout our lives. For those with dementia, these memories are so […]
Aging – it is something all of us do. For many senior citizens, getting older comes with many benefits – more free time, the pleasures of grandchildren, traveling the world. However, for all of us, aging will also bring with it challenges
