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DOROT University Without Walls Offers New Class Line Up for Homebound Adults
Homebound Adults Can Engage in a Lively Virtual Classroom by Telephone or Computer There are dozens of colleges and universities in New York City, but for many homebound New Yorkers, setting foot in a classroom is an insurmountable challenge. To that end, we at SelectCare Home Care Services of NY…
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Zika Virus: Get the Facts
Zika Virus – How it Spreads & How to Protect Yourself Updated February 3, 2016 – New details indicate an alternate means of Zika virus transmission In recent weeks there has been a growing concern regarding the Zika virus. We at SelectCare Home Care Services of NY have gathered information from…
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Winter Storm Jonas: A Model of Emergency Preparedness
There is still plenty of cleanup work to be done as New York City digs itself out from the aftermath of Winter Storm Jonas, but we at SelectCare Home Care Services of NY wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the incredible compassion and hard work displayed by our caregivers…
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Guide to Expired Medications
Some drugs and medications should never be used past their expiration dates With the New Year underway, many people are taking a moment out of 2016 to do a little New Year’s cleaning. With that in mind, we at SelectCare Home Care Services of NY wanted to provide some advice…
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How To Find a Fitness Center That’s Right for You
Finding Age-Friendly Fitness Facilities & Services In our last blog post, we covered different ways that older adults can safely exercise and improve their strength, endurance, balance and flexibility, with a particular focus on exercises you can perform around the house. Today’s post covers a great new resource for those…
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Exercise and Physical Activity for Seniors
The Importance of Preserving Your Health as You Age Staying active with regular exercise is an important part of preserving your health, especially as we age. Exercises designed to improve balance, strength, endurance and flexibility can not only help older adults avoid injuries in their day-to-day activities, but also provide…
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