http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:55:37 -0700 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:09:39 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m10d23-Health-care-providers-and-care-givers---Update-on-Swine-flu-shot-clinics-in-Silver-Spring-Maryland?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner If you're a health care provider, you're considered one of the priority groups to receive the H1N1 Swine Flu vaccine. Starting on October 28, 2008, Montgomery County will offer the swine flu shot at 4 clinicals at local high schools. ... Supporting Senior Citizens Topical News Health and Exercise Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:09:39 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m10d23-Health-care-providers-and-care-givers---Update-on-Swine-flu-shot-clinics-in-Silver-Spring-Maryland?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d29-Flu-vaccine-clinic--get-your-flu-shot-at-the-local-Senior-Center-in-Gaithersburg-Maryland?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner Don't miss your flu shot this year!The Gaithersburg Upcounty Senior Center (80A Bureau Drive, Gaithersburg, MD 20878) is offering flu vaccine clinics. The schedule is below:Tuesday, Oct. 610 a.m. – noonFriday, Oct. 9, 16, 23 and 301 – 3 p... Supporting Senior Citizens Save Money Topical News Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:24:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d29-Flu-vaccine-clinic--get-your-flu-shot-at-the-local-Senior-Center-in-Gaithersburg-Maryland?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d29-Singing-seniors-bring-music-of-yore-to-life?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner Usasearch.govEver heard of the Gaithersburg Upcounty Singing Seniors? If not, you might want to catch a performance of these talented singers, many over 70, and some well into their 90s. The troup performs singing engagements at various locations aro... Supporting Senior Citizens Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:06:13 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d29-Singing-seniors-bring-music-of-yore-to-life?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d27-Prepare-a-house-for-the-winter?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner  Start winter proofing a house now for a warmer winter - usasearch.govAs winter approaches, now is the time to prepare a house against the winter cold. Especially for the elderly, it's very important to make the house as warm and draft free as p... Supporting Senior Citizens Sun, 27 Sep 2009 19:27:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d27-Prepare-a-house-for-the-winter?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d21-Updated-CPR-rules?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner Chest compressions only are acceptableas CPR now - per American Health Associationusasearch.govThe American Heart Association has updated the suggested guideline for CPR - mouth-to-mouth resuscitation is no longer needed as a rescue measure. Recent s... Supporting Senior Citizens Topical News Health and Exercise Mon, 21 Sep 2009 19:39:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d21-Updated-CPR-rules?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d21-Activities-for-the-elderly-confused?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner He wasn't confused butIndian poker is always fun and easy!Our outside world tends to become smaller and smaller as we age and especially dwindles if confusion sets in. It can be a very daunting task to come up with ways to entertain elderly confused... Supporting Senior Citizens Mon, 21 Sep 2009 06:55:55 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d21-Activities-for-the-elderly-confused?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d21-Tips-on-elderly-clothing-for-cooler-weather?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner 3 layers keeps her warm and toasty for lightfall days.As winter is upon us, now is the time to prepare the closet of your elderly friend so they remain warm and toasty through the winter days. Selecting clothing for elderly comfort is easy if you ju... Supporting Senior Citizens Mon, 21 Sep 2009 04:48:23 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d21-Tips-on-elderly-clothing-for-cooler-weather?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d18-Get-H1N1-swine-flu-and-health-updates-sent-directly-to-your-mobile-phone?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner Swine flu updates can be as close as your phoneusasearch.govAs a homecare worker, keeping your charges healthy is priority #1. You can now sign up with a service through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to receive health alerts on your... Supporting Senior Citizens Topical News Health and Exercise Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:39:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d18-Get-H1N1-swine-flu-and-health-updates-sent-directly-to-your-mobile-phone?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d17-Elder-care-cooking-tip--Batter-Blasters-pancakes-in-a-can?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner Pancakes in a can - who knew?Ok, how they put pancake batter into a whipped cream can is a mystery, but the stuff is an easy way to serve an easily prepared, delicious, hot breakfast to your elderly friend. Simply release enough batter to make a panc... Supporting Senior Citizens Recipes Thu, 17 Sep 2009 19:01:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d17-Elder-care-cooking-tip--Batter-Blasters-pancakes-in-a-can?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d11-Swine-flu-update-11SEP09?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner usasearch.govSwine flu shot updates:Just in! Preliminary data from the first clinical studies shows that the new swine flu shot gives strong immunity after just one shot. This is good news as it was predicted that two shots would be needed, 3 weeks a... Supporting Senior Citizens Topical News Health and Exercise Fri, 11 Sep 2009 04:59:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d11-Swine-flu-update-11SEP09?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d8-Tips-on-buying-clothing-for-the-elderly?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner Not bad for 92!As our population ages, it becomes increasingly important to not only get useful gifts for the elderly, but, more importantly, safe gifts. It might take a little searching, but the right clothing is out there.Check with the elderly pe... Supporting Senior Citizens Tue, 08 Sep 2009 06:29:02 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d8-Tips-on-buying-clothing-for-the-elderly?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d5-Swine-flu-updates--go-right-to-the-source?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner These piggies are cute by SwineFlu is not (usasearch.gov) With the flu and swine flu season upon us, knowing where to go for up to the minute information is as important as being immunized. If you're a homecare worker or in the healthcare industry, ... Supporting Senior Citizens Topical News Health and Exercise Sat, 05 Sep 2009 11:02:27 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d5-Swine-flu-updates--go-right-to-the-source?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d4-Swine-flu-prevention-tips-for-home-care-workers?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner Flickr.comSwine flu is a highly contagious disease, easily spread person-to-person by virus particles contained in coughs, sneezes, or personal contact (such as kissing or on hands). Caring for the elderly is a huge responsibility and the last thing... Supporting Senior Citizens Topical News Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:10:44 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d4-Swine-flu-prevention-tips-for-home-care-workers?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d3-Swine-Flu-high-risk-groups--Who-are-they?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner They look so cute but their swine flu reeks havocs in humansUsasearch.gov  Swine flu is a debilitating, contagious flu disease which can be fatal for certain groups of people. The following population is at risk, according to the Center for Dis... Thu, 03 Sep 2009 07:10:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d3-Swine-Flu-high-risk-groups--Who-are-they?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d3-Understanding-Flu-shot-recommendations?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner usasearch.gov The CDC has released its recommendation for who should get flu shots this year. The recommendations are as follows: Children aged 6 months up to their 19th birthday Pregnant womenPeople 50 years of age and olderPeople of any ag... Supporting Senior Citizens Topical News Thu, 03 Sep 2009 06:49:49 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d3-Understanding-Flu-shot-recommendations?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d2-Get-your-flu-shots?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner Usasearch.govFlu season is almost here so it's time to prepare and schedule flu shots. From the CDC.GOV website, the following people are at risk for influenza (flu) and should get flu shots:"Children, persons aged 50-64 years, healthcare person... Supporting Senior Citizens Frugal Living Topical News Wed, 02 Sep 2009 04:07:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d2-Get-your-flu-shots?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d31-Elder-Snacks-101-Head-to-Ben-and-Jerrys-Aug-31-2009-for-a-free-ice-cream-Sundae?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner usasearch.gov Ice cream socials don't have to be things of the past! Today (Monday, Aug 31) is the last day for Sundae Monday's at your local Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream storeToday only, get one free Sundae with the purchase of an equal value Sundae.... Supporting Senior Citizens Save Money Topical News Mon, 31 Aug 2009 04:41:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d31-Elder-Snacks-101-Head-to-Ben-and-Jerrys-Aug-31-2009-for-a-free-ice-cream-Sundae?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d19-Elder-Care-Meals-101-Get-a-coupon-for-10-off-a-Potomac-Pizza?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner Serve up the easiest dinner of all - PIZZA!If you've had a busy day and want to mix up an easy dinner for your loved senior citizen, head over to Groupon, a premier internet coupon site, and sign up for the deal of the day at Potomac Pizza. The newes... Supporting Senior Citizens Save Money Wed, 19 Aug 2009 07:07:20 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d19-Elder-Care-Meals-101-Get-a-coupon-for-10-off-a-Potomac-Pizza?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d19-Elder-Care-Meals-101-Serve-up-some-macaroni-and-cheese?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner   Everyone loves macaroni and cheese but, perhaps, it's the very young or the very old who appreciate the simplicity of this easy-to-make dish the most. And, if you're looking to be sneaky and increase calories in a senior citizen's diet, this i... Supporting Senior Citizens Recipes Wed, 19 Aug 2009 06:20:55 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d19-Elder-Care-Meals-101-Serve-up-some-macaroni-and-cheese?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d15-Elder-care-101-Reducing-heating-bills-for-senior-citizens-in-Silver-Spring-MD?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner With our upside down economy in full swing, thinking of paying rising heating bills can be quite depressing.  But, there may be help for our low income senior citizens (or low income families in general) to receive help with their bills. Below ... Supporting Senior Citizens Save Money Frugal Living Sat, 15 Aug 2009 13:27:53 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-15629-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d15-Elder-care-101-Reducing-heating-bills-for-senior-citizens-in-Silver-Spring-MD?cid=exrss-Silver-Spring-Elder-Care-Examiner