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Empowering Aging Loved Ones: Celebrating National Older Americans Month

May 13, 2025 — May is National Older Americans Month—a time to reflect on the invaluable contributions older adults make to our families, communities, and society. This year’s theme invites us not only to honor their legacy but to take active steps to support their independence, dignity, and well-being. Why National Older Americans Month Matters Established in 1963, Older... Read More

National Financial Literacy Month: A Guide to Managing Senior Care Costs

April 9, 2025 — April is National Financial Literacy Month, a time to reflect on the importance of understanding and managing your finances. For families caring for aging loved ones, navigating the costs of senior care can be a daunting task. Whether you’re considering in-home care, assisted living, or skilled nursing facilities, it’s crucial to have a clear understanding... Read More

Enjoying a Safe Summer: Tips for Seniors

July 17, 2024 — Summer is a time filled with sunshine and outdoor activities, but for seniors, it’s important to approach the season with care. High temperatures and prolonged sun exposure can pose health risks. Here are some tips to help seniors stay safe, comfortable, and healthy during the warmer months: Stay Hydrated: Dehydration can be a concern as... Read More

It’s Fall – Time for your Covid Booster! 

September 20, 2022 — As Fall rolls in, so have the new COVID-19 boosters. MRNA technology has made it possible for a new bivalent booster to be developed that is tailored to protect not only against the original COVID-19 virus but its most dominant circulating sub-variants BA4 and BA.5. The CDC is recommending that all those eligible make arrangements... Read More

Navigating the Hazards of Happy Hour

January 14, 2022 — January is the month for new year resolutions. Cutting back on alcohol usually makes the top of the list, along with exercising more and trying to eat healthier. We all have our unique relationship to alcohol. For many, having a few drinks is part and parcel of social gatherings and good times. The comforting ritual... Read More

Gathering Responsibly for the Holidays

December 13, 2021 — It’s the holiday season and all of us at HealthSense wish you and your loved ones a very happy, healthy and joyous holiday season! As we look to show our love and appreciation, spending time with others is the most precious gift we can give them. We can wrap this gift with respect and care... Read More

The Power of Gratitude

November 9, 2021 — With Thanksgiving around the corner, many of us look forward to our uniquely American holiday! We gather with family and friends around a table to share a meal and show gratitude for what we have in our lives. The next day, the hustle and bustle of the holiday season resumes in full force,  and the... Read More

Have Your Say – Your Health Your Way!

October 12, 2021 — If there is one thing the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us, it is to be prepared for change. The same can be said for health care planning. We cannot take our health for granted, so having a plan in place to deal with health challenges as our conditions evolve is important, especially for frail older... Read More

Is there a nurse in the house?

September 15, 2021 — There’s nothing like a global pandemic to shine a light on the nursing profession and the value nurses bring to public health. Nurses in general have an excellent reputation. Indeed, a Gallup poll survey in 2018 showed that nurses ranked as the top trusted professionals for the 17th year in a row and enjoy consistently... Read More

Dealing with Delta

August 16, 2021 — The Delta variant of COVID-19 is spreading with alarming speed among the unvaccinated. As a protection to yourself, and your community,  unvaccinated individuals should get the shot as soon as possible. Immunity can take up to 6 weeks to develop; and we must all do our part in stopping the spread of this virus. In... Read More