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Comfort Keepers® News & Highlights
In this section, we’ve gathered recent and archived news releases about Comfort Keepers services, developments and accomplishments, as well as news and feature articles that highlight matters of interest to seniors and their caregivers.
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How Hypertension Affects Memory
Oops, you did it again…forgot someone’s phone number, could not remember what you had for lunch yesterday, or for a moment maybe you were not able to recall your neighbor’s name. Simple signs, you chuckle to yourself, of growing older. You might even laug
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Top 10 Foods for a Healthy Heart
The concept that particular foods promote healthier hearts is not new. It is a fact that a well-balanced nutritional diet contributes to good health throughout a lifetime. For many people, the risk of diseases such as Type II diabetes, high cholesterol, h
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What’s the Link Between Gum Disease and Heart Health?
Healthy gums, healthy heart? Some experts agree that the key to overall good health starts in your mouth, and they are not referring simply to your pearly whites. Good dental hygiene has long been touted as paramount in maintaining good health. Dentist
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Boscov Granite Run offers Campus Courses 2012
Boscov at Granite Run Mall is offering Campus Courses. Dementia: Understand the Disease will be offered on 3 separate dates and Caregiver Stress Management will be held on one date in February. To read more click through to story.
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Congressman Meehan's First Working Families Resource Fair January 28, 2012
Join representatives from organizations and companies that offer resource information for working families and seniors at Congressman Pat Meehan's Frist Working Families Resource Fair.
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Senior Care In-home services announces Comfort Keeper of Year 2011 Delaware County PA
Senior Care In-home services announces Rosemonde Isreal is the Comfort Keeper of Year 2011 Delaware County PA. A shining example of Interactive Caregiving and dedication Rosemonde is brightens the days of her clients and make them very special.
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Delaware County Chamber Bowling Event supports Stop Senior Hunger
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Chamber Bowl at Sproul Lanes on January 20, 2012. Attendees are encouraged to bring a box of dry food or canned goods to support the Stop Senior Hunger campaign.
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Bringing Joy at the Holidays Tenth Year Delivering Homemade Cookies
From the thousands of homemade cookies made by owner Sallie Bongaardt to hundreds of miles logged by Comfort Keepers staff, our tenth year of delivering holiday cookies and poinsetta to our clients in Montgomery, Chester, Philadelphia and Delaware County,
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The Smallest Room in the House May Be the Most Dangerous for Seniors
We all want the best for the senior loved ones in our lives. For many seniors, living independent lives at home is their main desire. Seniors are able to do so provided they are physically and mentally able to care for themselves. Sometimes, depending on
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The Challenges of Glaucoma as We Age
When facing the aging process, we know there are challenges…but we also know these challenges do not have to ruin our fun. Growing old is a fact of life. The key to managing the normal aging process is to embrace it and take the best care of ourselves so
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Thyroid Disease and Seniors
As seniors embrace the golden years, they have many things to look forward to – retirement, watching their children begin families of their own, playing with grandchildren, and hopefully enjoying a full life with the wisdom of age on their side. Along wit
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Customers Bank Wayne, Newtown Square, Bryn Mawr locations Collecting Food Donations
Need to drop off a few canned goods or boxed foods this holiday season in Montgomery or Delaware County PA? Stop by one of the three Customer Bank locations and place your donations in the Stop Senior Hunger box.
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Tozour Energy Systems donates food Montgomery County PA to Stop Senior Hunger
Tozour Energy Systems in King of Prussia PA donates canned goods and dry foods to help feel low income senior citizens in Montgomery County, PA.
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Help Seniors Winterize Their Homes
Winter months can be particularly harsh for seniors, especially for those who live in northern states where temperatures are coldest. It is important that the ones you love stay safe during the winter season. Their safety includes not just dressing approp
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Give the Gift of Holiday Cheer
The holidays are fast approaching, and for most of us this means fun times spent with family, friends and other loved ones. However, for seniors, holidays can be difficult. Many have lost a spouse and friends through the years, or perhaps live far away fr
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Using the Five Senses When Visiting Senior Relatives this Holiday Season
As seniors grow older, it becomes important to be aware of how the aging process affects their daily lives. Aging causes bodily changes that have a direct impact on the health and wellbeing of seniors. Some of these changes are so subtle they may go unnot
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Mainline Chamber Awards First Mainline Gives Back Award to Comfort Keepers
The first annual Mainline Gives Back Awards for philanthropy and service to the community were handed out on October 26, 2011. Comfort Keepers was recognized for their efforts to give back to the community.
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Donate Canned Goods Dry Foods in Springfield PA Office for City Team Ministries Chester PA
City Team Ministries in Chester PA is in need of food donations to help serve citizens in Delaware County, PA during the holiday season. Comfort Keepers office in Springfield, PA serves as a drop off location for canned goods and dry foods to be donated t
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Crozer Hospice Coping with Holidays Bereavement Group on Wednesday November 9, 2011
The holidays can be a difficult time for anyone who has lost a loved one over the past year. Crozer Hospice is offering Coping with Holidays bereavement support group starting Wednesday November 9, 2011 through January 4, 2012.
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When Caregiving Ends
While it may be sad for a loved one to pass away, former caregivers can look back and know they accomplished something meaningful, worthwhile, and made a difference in the life of someone else.
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In-Home Care Agencies: A Good Option in Caring for Mom or Dad
One of the hardest realizations you may have in life is recognizing the fact that your mother, father or both are unable to care for themselves. One of the toughest choices you may make is trying to decide who is going to provide the care they may need.
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Interactive Caregiving Can Make a Difference in the Life of a Senior
It is easy to become caught up in the physical tasks of providing care for an elderly loved one. A person’s well-being depends on many factors. Learn how Interactive Caregiving can make a difference in taking care of your senior loved one.
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CEU Event : Delaware Council of Activity Professionals Conference October 21, 2011
If you are an Activity Professional in southeastern PA and need CEU's, the Delaware Council of Activity Professionals Conference is October 21, 2011. Local presenter Gloria Hoffner from Media Pa will present her Science for Seniors programs.
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When Trash Becomes Treasure: Seniors and Hoarding
Thanks to television, the subject of hoarding is no longer as taboo as it once was. While TV has not glamorized the issue, shows depicting hoarders have broadened our knowledge of who hoarders are…
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The Power of Touch and What It Means for the Elderly
Touch is perhaps the most powerful sense of all. From the moment we are born, before our eyes are open, a gentle touch calms us and lets us know someone cares.
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Aging Gracefully: Why Am I So Cold?
As we grow older, we are likely to ask ourselves the questions, “Why am I so cold? What does it mean?” Chances are, your body is merely going through a natural dip in metabolic rate due to the aging process.
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Brain Injuries Are Front of Mind for Leading In-Home Care Provider
Comfort Keepers Receives Acquired Brain Injury Certification to Offer Expanded Caregiving Services
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State Rep Mike Vereb's Senior Expo Thursday Sept 22, 2011
State Rep Mike Vereb is hosting an Expo for senior citizens and their families on Thursday September 22, 2011. Many local organizations such as Comfort Keepers will be on hand to answer your questions about care.
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State Rep Hackett Senior Health Expo Thursday September 22, 2011
Comfort Keepers and several other community organizations will be onsite at State Representative Hackett's Senior Expo to answer questions about care and other senior related needs. Join in the fun from 9am to 1 pm.
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Senior Safety: Beating the Heat
In the News: Comfort Keepers of South Shore Helped Seniors Beat This Summer’s Heat. Click on the link above to view the entire article.
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How Seniors Can Escape the Heat
The following article appeared in the Milford Daily News on Saturday, July 23. Click on the link above to view the entire article.
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In-home care for seniors sponsors Walk to End Alzheimer's- Alzheimer's Association Delaware Valley
Comfort Keepers serving Philadelphia, Bucks, Berks, Montgomery, Chester, Delaware County PA and New Jersey was a proud sponsor of the Alzheimer's Association's Walk to End Alzheimer's on Saturday, September 10, 2011.
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Boscov Granite Run Fall Campus Courses – Dealing with Dementia
Boscov's is offering the community free classes on Dealing with Dementia's Challenging Behaviors, Elderlaw and classes on Medicare Changes and how it will affect you. For dates, times and to register, contact Boscov at 610-565-6009, ext
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Upper Darby Senior Center Health Fair October 6, 2011 Get Free Information on Services for seniors
Join Comfort Keepers staff and several other providers of services to seniors at the Upper Darby Senior Health Fair on October 6, 2011.
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Good Eating is Good Medicine
Two concepts have been around for ages: “good eating is good medicine” and “you are what you eat.” While both are timeless clichés, they underscore a common concept: it is important for good health that we consume healthy foods – no matter our age.
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Yes, You Can Be Active!
Physical activity promotes good health. In fact, daily physical activity is important to maintaining bone and muscle strength.
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Why Do Some Seniors Not Take Nutrition Seriously?
That is a good question. It can also be misunderstood by younger generations who do not understand the challenges many seniors face.
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Delco News Network awards Talk of the Town Senior Services to Comfort Keepers of Delaware County, PA
Delco News Network Newspapers, the Town Talks and County Presses announced Comfort Keepers was selected Talk of the Town in the Senior Services category for 2011.
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Medicare Medigap Questions? How will government changes affect you?
Free presentations to explain if you will be affected by the government changes that are making medicare more efficient, how you can decrease your donut hole instead of it constantly getting larger and other questions. Limited Space Register Today!
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Parish Nurse Summer Camp: Learning about Alzheimers Disease Harleysville PA
Comfort Keepers staff shared valuable information about caring for a love one with Alzheimers at the Parish Nurse Summer Camp held at Branch Creek Community Church in Harleysville, PA.
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Seniors Should Practice Summer Safety, Too!
The lazy days of summer mean exactly that to most of us - longer days filled with sunshine, fun-filled vacations and laughter. After all, what is not to enjoy? Something about the sun shining in your upturned face makes your days feel a bit lighter.
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Downsizing with Dignity
There may come a time in the life of your senior loved one when they face the need to downsize. Whether moving into a smaller home, an assisted living facility, or in with you…downsizing may seem a daunting task.
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What is Your Legacy?
Although family history and genealogy are two entirely different terms, they intertwine, offering a legacy of their own. Genealogy is simply tracing your lineage and attaching names to your relatives.
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3 for 1 Retirement Seminar hosted by Mainline Chamber of Commerce
Join Comfort Keepers staff at the Mainline Chamber of Commerce hosted seminar entitled 3 for 1 Retirement. Check how comfortable you are with your retirement plan, how paying for homehealth care could affect your plan and what is the impact of inflation o
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Summerfest at CHI Institute Broomall Campus
A representative from Comfort Keepers will participate in the employer panel at Broomall campus of CHI Institute's Sizzling Summerfest. This event is open to prospective students and for graduates of CHI Institute who are interested in resume review,
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Building Bridges between the Young and Seniors
As parents age, it may seem increasingly hard to find things in common with them. And finding that same common ground between your own children and their grandparents can be even tougher.
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Aging Gracefully: Changes in the Taste Buds and Sense of Smell
Taste buds…who ever really gives them a thought? When you eat, you either like foods you are trying, or you do not.
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Hello. My name is Jane, and My Mother is an Alcoholic
It may be quite surprising to you to realize that your elderly mother or another senior in your life has come to abuse alcohol. After all, none of us plan to become alcoholics when we grow up.
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Three Veterans To Share Experiences July 13, 2011 Free PA Vet Museum Media PA
On July 13, 2011 three PA veterans with experience spanning World War II to Vietnam War will share their experiences at a free event held at PA Veteran's Museum in Media PA.
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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce's Key Volunteer 2011Comfort Keeper Melody McHugh
At the June 28, 2011 Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Membership and Award Luncheon, Melody McHugh of Comfort Keepers was recognized as a Key Volunteer for 2011.
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Dealing with Difficult Behavior in the Elderly
Family caregivers give the greatest gift of all – their love, energy and time – often at the expense of their own families and in lieu of other things they might like to do.
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Peace of Mind for Seniors and Their Families
Even though her son is thousands of miles away, Mary* still hears his voice twice a day reminding her to take her medication. She recently moved into an independent living facility and at the request of her son, installed the Medication System.
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Aging Gracefully as Your Hearing Fades
Just as our eyes may grow weak and crow’s feet appear because our skin gets tired, our ears undergo changes as our bodies’ age, as well.
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Vote Comfort Keepers Delco News Network Senior Services Talk of the Town
The public can vote for Comfort Keepers to win the Talk of the Town Award 2011 Category Senior Services. Winner in 2010, Comfort Keepers hopes to have a repeat in 2011 and be named winner Senior Services Talk of the Town. Vote Today!
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Interactive Caregiving Innovative Approach to In-home Care for Seniors
Comfort Keepers' Interactive Caregiving website provides information on keeping a senior active and stimulated to foster independence in the home. Read how this innovative approach to in-home care keeps seniors safe and healthy.
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Aging Veterans: Special Pension Benefits Available
Special Pension Benefits from the Veteran's Administration are available to any veteran and/or spouse age 65 and over if qualified.
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Delaware County Fair to be held at Granite Run Mall Media June 2011
Where can you enjoy amusement rides, games and special guests? At the Delco County Fair June 7 to 12th 2011 in the parking lot of the Granite Run Mall in Media, PA.
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Upper Merion Library helps to Stop Senior Hunger
Helping to ease the burdens of senior citizens in Montgomery County, Upper Merion Library has graciously offered to collect dry foods and canned goods to help Stop Senior Hunger.
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Citadel partner to Stop Senior Hunger sponsors Chamber Event
Citadel, a proud partner of Stop Senior Hunger, is sponsoring the June 8, 2011 new member reception at Delaware County Chamber of Commerce.
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Phoenixville YMCA Senior Health and Fitness Day May 25, 2011
Seniors who live in Phoenixville and the surrounding areas are welcome to attend the Senior Health and Fitness Day at the Phoenixville YMCA on May 25, 2011. Fun activities and resource information for seniors will be available.
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Montgomery County PA Centenarian Luncheon: Date change June 9, 2011
Please note: The Montgomery County Centenarian Luncheon has been changed to June 9, 2011.
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Delaware Valley Multi-Chamber Mixer June 2, 2011
Join Comfort Keepers and many other businesses at the Delaware Valley Multi-Chamber Mixer on June 2, 2011. Held at the Harrah's Casino and RaceTrack in Chester, this event will feature table top exhibits and networking.
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Tips for Seniors with Arthritis
Arthritis. The word itself is dreaded and the pain it can cause may become excruciating if not properly diagnosed and treated.
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When a Scammer Knocks: How Seniors Can Close the Door on Fraud
In today’s digital age, con artists feel right at home online, trying to get us to click on their latest schemes. But they also are still practicing their trade the time-tested way: Knocking on doors.
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Aging Gracefully – Changes to Expect from Your Skin
Skin is the first barrier of our bodies to encounter environmental elements, physical touch, and other bumps and bruises that occur during life.
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Celebrate Age Expo Friday May 13, 2011 Harrah's Chester
The annual Celebrate Age Expo will be held on Friday May 13, 2011 at Harrah's Racetrack in Chester. Many companies and organizations will give out information related to senior care. For more information click through to full story.
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Delaware County PA Senior Games Comfort Keepers sponsors event
The annual Senior Games part of COSA Older American's Month activities will be in June. Read about events, locations and register for games sponsored in part by Comfort Keepers of Springfield, PA.
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Ardmore Senior Center PALM speaker Comfort Keepers Safety In Home and Nutrition
In home senior care provider for MCAAS, Comfort Keepers will be speaking at Ardmore Senior Center on May 17th.
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Celebrate Mother's Day Phoenixville Senior Center May 6, 2011
Learn about emergency response systems while sipping on some tea at the Phoenixville Senior Center's Mother's Day Celebration on May 6, 2011.
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Veteran's Career Expo and Health Fair May 5, 2011 Chester PA
Homecare company Comfort Keepers, an employer to participate in the Veteran's Career Expo and Health Fair to be held at City Hall in Chester, PA.
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May is Older Americans Month
Senior Care provider Comfort Keepers will be sponsoring Older Americans Month activities in Delaware County for the 7th consecutive year.
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Comfort Keepers of Springfield PA wins 7th President's Club Award
The homecare provider for seniors, Comfort Keepers serving communities in Montgomery County and Delaware County, PA is owned and operated by Clark and Sallie Bongaardt. The Bongaardts recently received their 7th consecutive President's Award
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In-home senior care company spolighted Delco News Springfield Press
In-home senior care company Comfort Keepers serving Montgomery and Delaware County, PA owned by Clark Bongaardt was spolighted in the Greater Springfield Business Association ad in the Delco News Network's Springfield Press. Clark Bongaardt has b
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Aging Gracefully and Sleeping Well
According to the National Institutes of Health, older adults need approximately 7-9 hours of sleep a night in order to maintain overall healthy lifestyles. There is no dispute that as people age, disruptions in sleep patterns often occur.
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Pets – More Than Just Man’s Best Friend
Owning a pet can be fun and rewarding for people of all ages. Who does not appreciate the joyous greeting your dog displays when you return home for the day, tail wagging furiously – that sparkle in his eyes just for you?
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Retirement Redefined
The Families and Work Institute says that 75% of working people aged 50 and older plan to continue working in their retirement years.
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Alzheimer's Association 2011 Annual Dementia Conference King of Prussia PA
Comfort Keepers is proud to sponsor the Alzheimer's Association Delaware Valley Chapter's Annual Dementia Conference on Apirl 4, 2011 in King of Prussia, PA. Dr. Peter Rabins, co-author of The Thirty-Six Hour Day will be the keynote speaker. Fam
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Comfort Keepers King of Prussia helps Phoenixville Seniors Celebrate Birthdays
This Wednesday, March 16th, the staff of Comfort Keepers King of Prussia office will help the senior citizens at the Phoenixville Senior Center celebrate their birthdays.
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Senior care providers exhibit at Phoenixville Hospital Senior Health Expo
Join Comfort Keepers of Montgomery County at the Phoenixville Hospital Senior Health Expo and Senior Circle Anniversary March 9, 2011.
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Local news features Stop Senior Hunger at 3rd Annual Hunger Conference
Stop Senior Hunger, a campaign to help feed seniors participated in 3rd Annual Hunger Conference on March 1, 2011. Read the article in Delaware County Daily Times.
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Slowing the Progress of Age-related Macular Degeneration
As we age, the fact that we may end up wearing glasses to help us read does not surprise us. Irritating as that may be, the need for reading glasses can be a common result of the wear our eyes experience as they grow older.
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Aging Gracefully: Caring for Muscles, Joints and Bones
Muscles, joints and bones are body parts vital to our movement and enable us to accomplish tricky feats such as downhill skiing and dancing, or simple things like writing with a pencil and hugging a loved one.
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Cooking for One or Two
The transition from preparing meals for large families to cooking for just one or two can seem overwhelming, no matter your age.
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State Rep. Steve Barrar hosts Health and Safety Fair March 19. 2011
Join Comfort Keepers and other great organizations for a fun day on March 19, 2011 at the Upper Chichester Municipal Building for State Rep. Steve Barrar's Health and Safety Fair.
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3rd Annual Conference on Hunger March 1. 2011
Comfort Keepers Stop Senior Hunger program will be an exhibitor at the 3rd Annual Conference on Hunger in Delaware County takes place on March 1, 2011. The event offers CEU for social workers.
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Boscov's Healthy Heart Day Granite Run Mall Media PA
Join Comfort Keepers staff and several other organizations at the informational Healthy Heart Day at Granite Run Mall Boscov's in Media, PA on February 10, 2011,
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Citadel collecting dry food canned goods to Stop Senior Hunger
Citadel locations in Springfield and Brookhaven are collecting dry food and canned goods for the Stop Senior Hunger campaign throughout the month of February.
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Caregiving Across the Miles
You did it! You grew up, became successful, started a family of your own, and moved out…states away, even, from your Mom and Dad. You visit from time to time and keep in touch by talking on the phone and emailing pictures of grandchildren...
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Combating Loneliness in Seniors
The very essence of being human means we exist within a social structure where we interact with others. We talk, spend time together, laugh and sometimes cry together - but, there are times in life where interaction can become minimal.
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Aging Gracefully: The Cardiovascular System
As we age, our bodies change. What is normal? What is not? This month, we look at the cardiovascular system to see how it ages.
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Boscov Granite Run offers Campus Course: Dementia Dealing with Challenging Behaviors
This year Boscov at Granite Run Mall, Media will offer a free educational session Dementia: Dealing with challenging behaviors along with several other classes for the general public.
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SAAC of Montgomery County Offers Free Information on In-Home Care for Seniors
Attend a free educational session at the Senior Adult and Activity Center of Montgomery County, PA. Karen Barsottini will speak about in-home care services for seniors, personal emergency response systems and Veteran's Benefit known as Aid and Attend
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Delaware County Daily Times Newspaper - Article Stop Senior Hunger
Read all about Stop Senior Hunger and how the program aims to do more to help seniors. Article was written by Kathleen Carey and printed in the Delaware County Daily Times on January 4, 2011.
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Top Five New Year’s Resolutions for Seniors and their Families
Life is full of traditions, many handed down through the years, and some newly created between families and friends. Either way, traditions are part of the colorful fabric that intertwine our lives and hold us together, transcending time and distance.
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Encouraging Independence in Seniors – Maintaining Quality of Life
As a caregiver, it is important to encourage independence in seniors, but also to interact with them in ways that provide the opportunity for them to maintain a better quality of life for themselves.
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Aging Gracefully: What to Expect As You Age
Aging: The inevitable evolution of life that began the day we were born. In its early stages, aging is exciting. It is thought of in terms of “growing up” and looking forward to what the future holds.
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Delaware County Chamber to collect food for Stop Senior Hunger
At the third annual Chamber Bowl at Sproul Lanes on January 21, 2011, the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will collect dry good and canned foods for Stop Senior Hunger.
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In-home company supports Jingle Bell Walk/Run Arthritis Foundation
Get in the spirit this holiday season at the Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis®. Held at General Wayne Elementary School in Malvern on December 12, 2010.
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Local Businesses Montgomery County Aid In-home Care Company to Stop Senior Hunger
Several businesses in Montgomery County are serving as collection sites for dry foods and canned goods to help Stop Senior Hunger. Collections will take place through the Holiday Season. For site location, read full story.
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Local Delco businesses help collect food to Stop Senior Hunger
Read all the Stop Senior Hunger Campaign and the local Delaware County businesses serving as food collection sites in the Garnet Valley Press newspaper.
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Five Steps to Fighting Holiday Weight Gain
The holiday season has arrived, bringing with it excitement, gatherings with family and friends, parties and good cheer.
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Tips for Having a Not-So-Blue Christmas
Holidays often represent happy times spent with family and friends, honoring cherished traditions, attending parties and spreading holiday cheer.
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To Grandmother's House We Go...
Many families are traveling over the river and through the woods to reach Grandmother’s (and Grandfather’s) house this holiday season.
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The Six Stages of a Caregiver’s Journey
Caregivers travel a unique and winding road that is sometimes hard to understand unless you have travelled the same route yourself.
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Finding Trusted Support for Caregivers
There are over 50 million informal caregivers in the United States who provide care for someone 20 years or older who is ill or disabled.
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Celebrate Memories of Life on the National Day of Listening
When you give yourself the opportunity to sit down with an important person in your life and ask them about their past memories, it can be a life-changing experience.
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Ridley Township Library offers Free Class Dementia and Caregiver Stress
On November 1, 2010 at 6:30 pm, Melody McHugh, M.A. of Comfort Keepers will present a free class on Dementia: Dealing with Challenging Behaviors leads to Caregiver Stress. The class will provide some suggestions on how to deal with behaviors while taking
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State Rep. Nick Miccarelli hosts Senior Expo on Oct. 14, 2010
Senior Expo to be held at Lazaretto Ballroom at 99 Wanamaker Ave, Essington, PA. This annual event is held to provide residents of Delaware County 55 and older with information and resources.
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Music – Brightening the Lives of Those with Dementia
Since the day we were born and possibly even before, our mothers sang to us. Catchy little tunes like Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and You Are My Sunshine.
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Caregiver Depression…It Could Happen to You
More than 65 million people, 29 percent of the U.S. population, provide care for a chronically ill, disabled or aged family member or friend during any given year and spend an average of 20 hours per week providing care for their loved one.
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Fighting Fire: Seniors Most at Risk for Fire-Related Death and Injury
Fire spreads fast. And the smoke can quickly overcome victims. If disabilities slow your mobility or you are taking medications that hinder reaction time, your chances of escaping and surviving a fire are greatly diminished.
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Comfort Keepers King of Prussia Village Mart's Alex Lemonade Stand
Open to the public, the Village Mart Center at 580 Shoemaker Rd, King of Prussia hosts a Family Fun Day Sat. Sept 25, 2010 Noon to 3pm
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Stop Senior Hunger Collection Site: State Rep. Bryan Lentz's Swarthmore office
The newest dry food and canned goods collection site for Comfort Keepers' Stop Senior Hunger Program is State Representative Bryan Lentz's office in Swarthmore.
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Five Steps to a Healthier Lifestyle for Seniors
It is never too late to benefit from change. But, for many seniors change is hard, especially when it comes to eating habits and overall wellness.
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Table for Two – Why Eating With a Senior Is So Important
We hear it on the news all of the time – families just do not sit down and eat together anymore. Our hurried lifestyles are getting in the way of quality time with our families at the dinner table.
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Malnutrition in Seniors: What To “WATCH” For
Did you know that a senior in your life could be at risk of being under- or mal-nourished without you knowing it? The face of malnutrition is changing.
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State Rep Bryan Lentz Senior Fair September 16, 2010
State Rep Bryan Lentz's Senior Fair is September 16, 2010 from 9am to 1pm. Comfort Keepers and other organizations will provide helpful inforrmation for senior citizens of Delaware County, PA.
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Delco News Network awards Talk of the Town Senior Services to Comfort Keepers of Delaware County, PA
The first Talk of the Town Awards of the Delco News Network were given out last week. Comfort Keepers of Delaware County, PA was voted on and won the Talk of the Town Award in the Senior Services category.
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Ambler Senior Center and Comfort Keepers Educate Seniors How To Get Help After a Fall August 28, 2010 Noon
Have you seen the commercial where the lady falls and yells Help Me, ever wonder what happened to her? If so, join Comfort Keepers for an educational session on how personal emergency response system works.
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Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services
Learn about the services in Montgomery County for those Aging and in need of Adult Services. Services include but are not limited to Home and Community Based Personal Care and Home Support.
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Congressman Joe Sestak's 7th Congressional District Healthy Families Resource Fair
Congressman Joe Sestak's 7th Congressional District Healthy Families Resource Fair. The event will be held at Upper Darby High School (601 North Lansdowne Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA 19026) on Saturday, August 7, 2010 from 10 am to 1pm
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Taking Care of Your Possessions
You cannot take it with you, but with careful planning you can make sure the assets you worked hard for will benefit the ones you love after you are gone. Many of us, however, put off creating a last will and testament, for one reason or another.
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Removing Uncertainty When You Cannot Speak For Yourself
It is not something any of us likes to think about, but there could come a time when we face a life-threatening illness or injury that leaves us incapable of communicating our wishes about the medical care we receive.
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Living Trusts Offer Advantages Over Wills
Provisions in other documents such as insurance policies, retirement accounts, and jointly-held property often conflict with the intent expressed in a will.
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Aging Veterans: Learn about Aid and Attendance Benefit at Fair and Luncheon on July 22, 2010
Veteran's Services Fair and Luncheon to be held in Conshohocken, PA. Comfort Keepers has been invited to hand out information on Veterans Benefit Aid and Attendance.
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SAAC of Montgomery County invites Comfort Keepers participate in Ambler PA Annual Health Fair 2010
In-home provider invited to participate in Montgomery County PA annual health fair in Ambler PA. Fair will provide guests with information on aging veterans benefit, medical alert systems and other senior related topics.
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Murphy AME Church collects canned and dry foods to Help Stop Senior Hunger Delaware County PA
Pastor Manuel Biagis and his congregation at Murphy AME Church want to help Stop Senior Hunger in their city of Chester PA and in Delaware County, PA.
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Tips For Healthy Senior Summer Travel
Taking simple steps can help make trips safe and healthy for seniors. Along with contacting a travel agent, seniors should consult their physician before taking a summer trip, recommends the American Geriatrics Society’s Foundation for Health in Aging.
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Seniors: Warm Up And Stretch Your Way to a Longer, Healthier Life
Studies show that physical activity slows the aging process and increases seniors’ life span. The positive health effects of exercise go deep, down to the cellular level.
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How Seniors Can Stay Safe In The Summer Heat And Sun
Sunny days uplift spirits. But seniors need to take special precautions to make sure their enjoyment of summer is not eclipsed by the pain of sunburn or the harmful effects of dehydration and heat illness.
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Rocky Run YMCA holds food collection drive to help Stop Senior Hunger in Delaware County PA
Stop Senior Hunger is community outreach program that provides food to low income seniors in Delaware County PA. Rocky Run YMCA is hosting a dry and canned food drive to help Stop Senior Hunger.
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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce's Volunteer of Year 2010 Comfort Keeper Melody McHugh
At the annual membership luncheon, Chamber President Mike Brady presented Melody McHugh with a Key Volunteer Award.
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Medical Conditions – And Certain Medicines – Increase the Risk of Falls
Due to normal effects of aging, medical conditions and side effects of medications, many seniors have difficulty maintaining balance, putting them at increased risk of injury from falls.
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How to Turn Home Sweet Home Into Home Safe Home
A growing number of seniors are realizing that there is no place they would rather live than the home they have grown fond of. However, the house that was once a haven can become a potential hazard for falls as we get older.
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Osteoporosis Prevention: Strategies for Maintaining Strong, Healthy Bones
A variety of preventive health strategies helps slow and lessen the effects of osteoporosis, the natural weakening of bones that occurs as we age and can result in debilitating injuries when coupled with accidental falls.
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Food Collection and Donation by Society of the Holy Child Jesus helps feed elderly residents
The Society of the Holy Child Jesus staff partners with Comfort Keepers to collect canned and dry goods for the Stop Senior Hunger Program.
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Best of Delco 2010 Comfort Keepers nominated for Best in Senior Services Delaware County Daily Times
For second year in a row, Comfort Keepers was nominated by the general public for Best of Delco Senior Services Award 2010 .
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Delaware County Honors Residents 100 Years Old and Over
47 of Delaware County's Centenarians, 45 Ladies and 2 Gentleman who are 100 or over were honored on May 11, 2010 by Delaware County Council and COSA. Comfort Keepers was one of sponsors for this event. Watch video taken by Action News.
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Sallie and Clark Bongaardt, Comfort Keepers wins National Recognition from Comfort Keepers
In-home care providers Sallie and Clark Bongaardt of Springfield, PA wins their sixth consecutive Presidents Award from Comfort Keepers for outstanding service performance to the elderly in Delaware County and communities in Montgomery C
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Delaware County, PA Comfort Keepers names Rose Ritz, Employee of Year 2009
Every year the Comfort Keepers in Delaware County, PA names one of their best as Comfort Keeper of the Year. 2009 is no exception to outstanding services performed and interactive caregiving given by a retired Registered Nurse, named Rose Ritz.
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Some Medications Affect Seniors' Appetite and Nutrition
As senior take more medications they run an increased risk of harmful drug interactions. They also are at greater risk of nutritional deficiencies that result when medications interact with certain foods or suppress appetite.
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Diet Has a Direct Effect on Blood Pressure: Out with the Salt; Bring in the Fruits and Vegetables!
Blood pressure typically rises as we get older. Through healthful eating and exercise, however, we can help keep it under control. What we eat directly affects blood pressure.
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Healthy Eating is Important for Senior Men
At the risk of their health, senior men who live alone or serve as their wife’s caregiver often rely on the convenience of frozen and fast food. On the other hand, senior men who know how to cook are more likely to eat a well-balanced, healthful diet.
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Getting the Most Out of Medicine: Solutions for Organizing Medications
Medication works only when it is taken. And it is most effective when taken according to a doctor’s prescription or, in the case of nonprescription medications, label directions.
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Herbals And Drugs Can Have Adverse Interactions: Check With Your Doctors First
Just because herbal remedies are made of natural, plant-derived ingredients does not mean they are safe. When taken in combination with certain prescribed or over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, they can pose health risks, sometimes life-threatening.
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Prescription Medications Are Not the Only Cause of Drug Interactions
Seniors are at a greater risk of drug interactions than the general population as they typically take more medications. Taken in certain combinations, drugs can interfere or interact with one another, altering their effectiveness in controlling symptoms.
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Seniors May Eat Less, But They Need To Ensure Good Nutrition
As seniors age they typically become less active and their metabolisms slow. As a result, they require fewer calories. But their need for essential, health-promoting vitamins and minerals does not decline. If anything, it increases.
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Eat Seasonally for Maximum Nutrition
No matter where we live, we expect to find a cornucopia of fruits and vegetables year-round in supermarket produce sections. But much of it has to travel great distances to get there. And in doing so, it loses freshness, taste and nutrients.
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Food As Medicine: Good Nutrition Promotes Senior Health
A healthy diet delivers essential nutrients for optimal health and plays an essential role in improving the quality of life and independence of senior citizens. According to the National Institute on Aging of the National Institutes of Health...
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Questions to Ask When Choosing an In-Home Care Provider
Family caregivers often come to the realization they need help caring for a senior parent or other loved one when they consider their other responsibilities at work and home. However, giving up some of the responsibility to someone else can...
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What to Pack (and Not to Pack) for the Hospital
Well-planned packing helps make vacations more enjoyable. Likewise, what you pack for your own or a loved one’s admission to the hospital can make for a smoother, less stressful experience.
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