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Coronavirus – What You Need to Know

What you need to know as you care for participants in your program.
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GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES STATE’S CONTINUED RESPONSE TO NOVEL CORONAVIRUS AS MORE INDIVIDUALS ARE IDENTIFIED FOR TESTING IN NEW YORK STATE

(information from January 27, 2020)

New York State Department of Health and Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Directed to Post Multi-lingual Airport Signage Outlining Travel Precautions

Health Department Launches Informational Web Page

Department Provides Guidance to New York’s College and Universities on how to Identify the Virus,

How to Find the Right Adult Day Care Center

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If you are a family caregiver to an elderly loved one, it can be very stressful and exhausting at times. You love your relative and are willing to do anything for him or her, but you are only human and have limitations. Perhaps your job is suffering, or you’re starting to neglect your own family.

The Surprising Health Benefits Of Singing

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When it comes to staying healthy, you know what to do: eat right, exercise, maintain active social relationships, and get enough sleep. But did you know that something as simple as singing could have a series of surprising health benefits that can help keep you healthy as you age?

Recent studies have proven that singing,

The Mental and Physical Impact of Isolation on Seniors

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In 2010, 28% of seniors lived alone. In the six years since then, that number has skyrocketed. While many seniors want to live alone and find joy and independence in doing so, many more seniors live alone because their spouse has died or they do not have any friends or family in the immediate area.

7 Fun Games To Help Improve Your Mind’s Health

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You work out and eat well to keep your body fit, prioritize sleep to keep your immune system strong, and drink lots of water to stay hydrated, but what are you doing to keep your mind healthy? As we age, our brains begin to change, and taking proactive steps to keep them healthy is the best way to avoid complications like memory loss and cognitive decline.

What Effect Social Environments Have On Our Physical And Mental Health

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Friendships are foundational to our lives. In addition to influencing us, exposing us to new things, and lifting us up when we feel down, friendships shape our perspectives and determine how we interact with the world. So, it’s no wonder that they have such a large effect on our physical and mental health.

According to MentalHeath.org,

What’s the Connection Between Poor Sleep and Alzheimer’s?

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If you’re like most people, you know that healthy sleep is necessary. When you sleep well, you wake feeling refreshed. Your memory functions better, you enjoy better moods, and you have more energy to focus on things like work, family, and friends. But did you know that good sleep can stave off Alzheimer’s, as well?

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