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Heat Safety for Senior Citizens
The official start of the summer of 2021 will be arriving in a big way across San Antonio with heat advisories blanketing the region. With
5 Tips: Preparing for the heat of summer
Since March of 2020, many of you have been largely stuck inside because of the coronavirus pandemic. We have been told by health officials to
4 Tips: How to help the elderly stay safe despite a decline in COVID-19 infection rates
We are now more than a year into the coronavirus pandemic, and many of us are starting to finally return to our normal routines. The
COVID-19 vaccines and the quandary for caregivers
Some caregivers seem to be in a quandary when it comes to receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. Do they get the vaccine now or do they
4 Ways To Keep Seniors Warm As Extreme Cold Grips San Antonio
We are in the grips of extreme winter weather in South Texas: a cold snap that will come close to breaking records as a deep
Why the COVID-19 Vaccine is Critical for Older Adults
Even though many older adults live alone or with a spouse, and therefore may have a reduced chance of coming into contact with others who
The importance of caregivers getting the COVID-19 vaccine
It has been well publicized that it is important for residents of long-term care facilities to get the COVID-19 vaccine because of the increased risk
Reducing social isolation: how to engage the elderly during the COVID-19 pandemic
Engaging with the elderly is always important for their mental and physical health, but during the COVID-19 pandemic, a consistent, socially distant relationship is even
Beating cold temperatures: how to keep seniors warm this winter in South Texas
This is the coldest time of the year in South Central Texas, and although it is unlikely you will see a high temperature in San
How to communicate information about COVID-19 to Alzheimer’s patients
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. With coronavirus cases surging across the country there is no better time than the present to figure out how to explain
Why COVID-19 increases the importance of a flu shot for the elderly
It is critical for the health of senior citizens that they get that annual flu shot, because they are much more vulnerable to contracting the
How seniors can hand out candy safely during the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed every facet of the we live, the way we work, the way our children attend school, and even the way
Tips to Help Older Adults Stay Active During the COVID-19 Pandemic
During this time of social distancing, older adults may feel it is in the best interest of their health for them to stay inside and
Advice For Senior Citizens Wanting To Stay Healthy During The Pandemic
It has been more than half a year since the coronavirus pandemic reached the United States. Ever since, and in the spirit of advocating for
Boosting the mental health of the elderly during the COVID-19 crisis
Dealing with social distancing and in many cases social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic can be extremely tough, and that is especially the case for
