top of page
Blog
Search
Add a dose of laughter to your life
Don't you just somehow feel better when you laugh? It turns out, that's not just fantasy. Laughter has physical benefits at the cellular...
Ann Hollander
Dec 28, 20202 min read
10 views
0 comments
Leaving a legacy with StoryCorps
The desire to leave a legacy calls strongly to many older adults. Perhaps this is of interest to an elder in your family. A legacy does...
Ann Hollander
Dec 21, 20202 min read
5 views
0 comments
"Should we delay that procedure?"
Should your loved one go ahead with cataract surgery? What about a hip replacement? Dental work? A cardiac stress test? In light of...
Ann Hollander
Dec 14, 20202 min read
3 views
0 comments
What is high blood pressure?
High blood pressure is sometimes called "the silent killer." This is because it is dangerous but has few outward symptoms. As the heart...
Ann Hollander
Dec 7, 20202 min read
7 views
0 comments
Dementia and communication: Listening
People with Alzheimer's or other memory loss conditions often have trouble expressing themselves, sometimes right from the start of the...
Ann Hollander
Nov 30, 20202 min read
8 views
0 comments
Video chatting for the "tech challenged"
Many older adults are embracing technology to stay connected with family and friends during the pandemic. Although some popular...
Ann Hollander
Nov 23, 20202 min read
5 views
0 comments
"Should we bring Dad home?"
In the context of COVID, many families are wondering if an older relative would be better off moving out of their assisted living, memory...
Ann Hollander
Nov 16, 20202 min read
6 views
0 comments
Health risks of Korean War vets
Close to 2 million American soldiers fought in the Korean War from 1950 to 1953. More than half of those who served in what is often...
Ann Hollander
Nov 9, 20202 min read
5 views
0 comments
bottom of page