December, COVID, the Elderly, and the Holidays: Families Advised to Plan Early The holidays are upon us and the spike in the number of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases continue. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, are you planning your usual December Holidays with a visit to your elderly aunt who lives in an assisted … Continue reading “COVID, the Elderly, and the Holidays: Families Advised to Plan Early”
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Caring for Elderly Parents: Can They Live Safely at Home?
Caring for Elderly Parents: Can They Live Safely at Home? It’s understandable for your elderly parents to want to age in place in the comfort of their home. But, keep in mind that they may need your help to maintain a safe environment and manage their daily living activities. The keyword here is, “help,” which … Continue reading “Caring for Elderly Parents: Can They Live Safely at Home?”
These Denizens of the Deep Keep Vaccines Safe, but Are in Big Trouble
These Denizens of the Deep Keep Vaccines Safe, but Are in Big Trouble Pharmaceutical companies are racing against time to develop a vaccine for the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), which has devastated lives worldwide. To test the safety of potential vaccines, researchers have been using a substance from one of the Earth’s oldest creatures—the … Continue reading “These Denizens of the Deep Keep Vaccines Safe, but Are in Big Trouble”
Helping the Elderly | NOV 2020
Helping the Elderly Florida Couple Helps 94-Year-Old Neighbor With Dementia Joel and Esther Johnson were relaxing in their Sunrise, Fla., home when they heard a knock on their door around 10:30 p.m. They were hesitant to answer the door since they were not expecting company. Joel said he heard someone say, “hello.” Joel and Esther … Continue reading “Helping the Elderly | NOV 2020”
Regrowing Vegetables From Table Leftovers
Regrowing Vegetables From Table Leftovers The next time you cut the root end of a bunch of celery or remove sprouts from a white potato, don’t throw these pieces away. You can turn those scraps into more food. With COVID-19 causing us to stay at home more often and with some vegetables in short supply … Continue reading “Regrowing Vegetables From Table Leftovers”
Best Vitamins for Immune Systems and the Foods That Have Them
Best Vitamins for Immune Systems and the Foods That Have Them With the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) continuing to spread and cold and flu season just around the corner, more people are stocking up on vitamins and eating foods that boost their immune systems. Vitamins and certain minerals are essential to the body, and without … Continue reading “Best Vitamins for Immune Systems and the Foods That Have Them”
Join AARP for two special coronavirus events this Thursday, Nov. 19
Join AARP for two special coronavirus events this Thursday, Nov. 19 To all of our family, friends, and connections at FCP Live-In we want to alert you to two special AARP events! Vaccines and Staying Safe During the Holidays with special guests: Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, … Continue reading “Join AARP for two special coronavirus events this Thursday, Nov. 19”
COVID Trials and the People Who Are in Them
COVID Trials and the People Who Are in Them Lindy Washburn, a health care reporter for NorthJersey.com and The Record newspaper, is chronicling her journey as one of nearly 30,000 volunteers in Phase 3 of Moderna Inc.’s clinical trial for a coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine. The volunteers will receive two injections, half will get … Continue reading “COVID Trials and the People Who Are in Them”
COVID ‘Brain Fog’ a Lasting Result After Catching COVID
COVID ‘Brain Fog’ a Lasting Result After Catching COVID Melanie Montano, a 32-year-old writer, and educator from New Jersey tested positive for the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in March. About two weeks after COVID-19 symptoms started, Montano said she began experiencing “brain fog,” a condition that made it difficult for her to remember details and … Continue reading “COVID ‘Brain Fog’ a Lasting Result After Catching COVID”
Elderly Scams / Fraud Alert
Elderly Scams / Fraud Alert The telephone rings in the home of an older adult and on the other end is a frantic voice crying, “Grandma, Grandma, I have the coronavirus and I’m in the hospital! Can you wire me money to pay my bill?” The caller is not likely the person’s grandchild but a … Continue reading “Elderly Scams / Fraud Alert”