Category Archives: Health

International Perspective: Chinese Elders Face Unexpected Challenges

Posted on December 19, 2011 by EngAGE

In our society, we tend to believe that elder abuse must be almost non-existent in Chinese communities in the U.S. because of the respect accorded elders in that culture. However, that is not necessarily the case. Read more in an article … Continue reading →

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Two Approaches to Help with Alzheimer’s

Posted on December 14, 2011 by EngAGE

HotHardware.com reports on a new device to help with care for Alzheimer’s patients: “The new Memo Touch tablet acts a new memory assistant that helps seniors with short-term memory loss maintain their independence and age in their own home… ‘If … Continue reading →

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Vitamin B12 Deficiency Can Mimic Effects of Aging

Posted on December 7, 2011 by EngAGE

A recent article in the New York Times explains the importance of getting adequate B12 in your diet, using supplements, if necessary: “As we age, our ability to absorb B12 from food declines, and often so does our consumption of … Continue reading →

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Drum Circle Healing

Posted on November 20, 2011 by EngAGE

“Drum therapy is an ancient approach that uses rhythm to promote healing and self-expression . . . Recent research reviews indicate that drumming accelerates physical healing, boosts the immune system and produces feelings of well-being, a release of emotional trauma, … Continue reading →

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2011 EngAGE Senior Olympics Winners: Heritage Park Duarte

Posted on November 15, 2011 by EngAGE

  Congratulations to Heritage Park Duarte, winners of the EngAGE Senior Olympics held on October 15th! We’ll have more photos of the event to share soon.

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New Tech Solutions for Elder Care

Posted on November 3, 2011 by EngAGE

“I’ve Fallen and I Can’t Tweet,” the title of a post on the Reuters Money website, is an amusing play on the well-known commercial with the tagline, “I’ve fallen and I can’t get up.” But the reality is that falls are … Continue reading →

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Financial Assistance for Prescription Drugs

Posted on November 2, 2011 by EngAGE

Many people need help paying for prescriptions, so a central clearinghouse that would facilitate finding out how to get that help would be great. Fortunately, it exists in the form of Partnership for Prescription Assistance. From their website: “Our mission is to … Continue reading →

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