I have worked with older adults for the majority of my career, I have been a Social Worker since 1981, and I have worked in an Assisted Living for over 14 years. Despite all that experience, I confess that it was still a little anxiety...
Read more“Music, at its essence, is what gives us memories. And the longer a song has existed in our lives, the more memories we have of it.” —Stevie Wonder, American Singer & Songwriter The Wilf Campus for Senior Living is excited to...
Read moreOctober is physical therapy month. Physical therapy reaches well beyond just improving someone’s strength. “Physical therapy is both lifesaving and life giving to older adults,” FOX Rehabilitation physical therapist Sandra Waas PT...
Read moreBy Evanna Tchir, Exercise Physiologist at Fox Rehabilitation Role of an Exercise Physiologist An exercise physiologist studies the body’s biological responses to exercise and monitors heart rate, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure. One major...
Read moreAfter living in one home for a couple of decades, most people end up with a certain amount of clutter. The process of de-cluttering can be very emotional and stressful. It’s important to understand how de-cluttering might affect you and the...
Read moreAccording to the National Council on Aging, scams targeting seniors have become so rampant that they are now considered “the crime of the 21st century.” Scams come in all forms and even the savviest of seniors can be victimized by a clever scam...
Read moreThursday, July 28 at 9:30am-11:30am Older adults are often a target for scam artists and the number of scams is only increasing. Learn about the most current scams, how to detect them and how to avoid and report them. This program is sponsored by...
Read moreMyrtle Levy has raised funds for Israel her whole life through Hadassah. When she retired she volunteered in Israel for 17 summers. Her volunteer work took her from the Negev to the Galilee helping with baking, packing medical bags, and examining...
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After careful consideration and discussion, you’ve decided it’s time for mom or dad to enter a senior-living community. But with various options offered, it can be hard to determine what will best fit your loved one’s needs. Our staff at Stein...
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Summer is quickly approaching, which means it is time to spend more time outdoors. Spending time in the sun and fresh air is very beneficial for seniors. It gives them a change of scenery and is known to decrease their chance of isolation and...
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On Mother’s Day, all mothers deserve to be celebrated and spoiled. These days, things are more leisurely for the mothers living on the Wilf Campus. But while they may not be worrying about cooking and cleaning and providing for a family, the love...
Read moreMaking the decision to transition your loved one to assisted living is never easy, but sometimes it is the best option for your family. This is especially true for a family member that is experiencing symptoms of dementia. If you are unsure...
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