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What are the different stages of dementia? An overview from an expert healthcare professional and dementia caregiver
“It’s one thing to connect with patients on a professional level when it comes to dementia,” explains Rita Grandelis, LCSW, CCM, CDP, Director of Geriatric Care Management at Unicity Healthcare,
Year of the Nurse: Honoring Kathy Bassiacos, RN, BSN
“There’s no ‘typical’ day as a nurse,” shares Kathy Bassiacos, RN, BSN, Geriatric Care Manager at Unicity Senior Advisors—especially not now given the current shakeup of the world from COVID-19.
National Osteoporosis Month
Classified as the most common of metabolic bone diseases, osteoporosis affects an estimated 10 million Americans and poses a risk to roughly 44 million more. Though it can develop at
Arthritis Awareness Month
Arthritis is a common condition, especially in seniors. In fact, there’s a good chance you know someone who experiences it. Yet while many older individuals face pain, limited mobility, and
Social Work Month
One of the most rewarding career paths in the United States can be found in the field of social work. Hard-working social workers dedicate their lives to assisting others through
Unicity Senior Advisors: Older adult support, and a whole lot more
Did you know? According to the Population Reference Bureau’s Aging in the United States bulletin: U.S. Census Bureau data reveals that average U.S. life expectancy increased from 68 years in
Senior Summer Activities: Safe And Effective Ways To Keep Active This Season
Paying extra attention to your health as you grow older is an essential part of aging well. Spending time outdoors is good for all ages, but especially beneficial as you
Dietary Guidelines For Our Aging Loved Ones
As we grow older, modifications to dietary guidelines can ensure the golden years are as healthy as they can be. Even for those who have eaten a nutritionally balanced diet
SMA Awareness Month Is This August: Learning About Spinal Muscular Atrophy In Seniors
August is Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness month. SMA impacts approximately 4 people in every 100,000 throughout the United States, and for some seniors who deal with inactivity due to
Vacationing With Your Senior Loved Ones? Tips To Navigate Summer Travel
Vacationing with your senior parents, grandparents or other loved ones may seem daunting since as they age, it becomes more difficult for them to get around. Some elderly adults struggle
Safe Practices In Medication Management For Our Elderly
For our senior loved ones, medication management is an important topic. Failing to take medications as prescribed is quite common in this age group, and unfortunately it is also quite
Summer Safety Tips For Seniors
Seniors are especially at risk as the temperatures begin to climb during the summer months. As we age, our bodies contain less water than younger people, and seniors are often
