Each February, we take a moment to focus on a group often overlooked: those living with low vision. It’s not blindness, but a spectrum of experiences where everyday tasks like reading, recognizing faces, or navigating become more challenging. While glasses or contacts may not be enough, this doesn’t mean individuals… read more
February isn’t just about love; it’s also American Heart Month, a time to prioritize our most vital organ. While heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., the good news is that a significant portion of it is preventable. This year, the American Heart Association’s theme is… read more
The holiday season is a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. Families come together, creating memories and sharing laughter. However, for some individuals and families, the challenges of health and well-being can cast a shadow on these festive moments. In-home care services play a crucial role in ensuring that everyone… read more
No matter what holidays your family celebrates, the kitchen is likely to be the heart of your family gathering – a place for relatives young and old to come together, trade stories and recipes, and of course enjoy a home-cooked meal. It doesn’t matter how talented a cook you or… read more
Family Caregiver Month – Taking a Closer Look at Caregiver Stress Acting as a family caregiver for an older loved one can be incredibly rewarding work, an opportunity to give back to those who helped shape us into the people we are today. In fact, more Americans than ever are… read more
The following article was provided by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) for the benefit of the SelectCare community and written by AFA licensed social worker Heather Saposnick. Heather has 10 years’ experience working in the geriatric field, including in nursing homes. Heather’s passion is assisting individuals and families living… read more
Assisting Families Facing Alzheimer’s The following article was written by Heather Saposnick of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) for the benefit of SelectCare’s community. To learn more about the AFA and the incredible work they perform to assist families facing Alzheimer’s, visit their website at https://www.alzfdn.org/. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbAvTaPrPsU As a… read more
SelectCare works closely with community partners throughout New York City to better assist and educate our clients and their families. The following article was written by Tim Povtak of Asbestos.com for publication on our Website. Malignant mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer caused almost exclusively by exposure to asbestos… read more