Everyone wants their holiday celebrations to be joyful and stress-free, particularly if you are a caregiver for an elderly family member. You want your loved one to have a holiday they can enjoy, without it taking too much of a toll on you physically or emotionally. To help ensure you and your senior family member both navigate the holidays…
This traditional Southern dish features simple ingredients. It reminds me of simpler times. – Chef Joe (Serves 2) Recipe: 4 strips of thinly sliced bacon 4 garlic cloves, sliced ½ white onion diced small ½ lbs. small shrimp peeled and de-veined 8 grape tomatoes cut in halves 2 tbsp olive oil 4 sliced green onions 1 tbsp. tomato paste…
Attendees of the Visiting Nurse Association of Florida’s Memory Café program, along with our residents, recently enjoyed a special Doggie Fashion Show presented by the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast (HSTC). The adorable fashion show “models” were rescue dogs that are part of HSTC’s Pet Therapy program. Animal-assisted therapy, or pet therapy, focuses on the love and companionship…
“This recipe from Puerto Rico is one of my favorite desserts. It’s delicious and easy to make. If you like coconut, you will love this recipe!” – Chef Joe. Tembleque “Coconut Pudding” Ingredients: 4 cups coconut milk ½ cup sugar ½ cup cornstarch ¼ teaspoon salt Garnish with cinnamon Directions: In sauce pan, mix cornstarch,…
Eighty-five percent of U.S. adults feel it’s important to have independent living, memory care, and assisted living communities in their town or close to where they reside, according to a recent AARP survey. The survey included 1,947 adults, aged 18 years and older. Although the group of participants was somewhat small, the survey still produced some interesting results regarding…
Older Americans Month was established by the Administration for Community Living, which is a part of the United States Department of Health and Human Services. The administration felt that adults aged 55 or older were in need of a special monthly recognition to highlight their importance in our communities and our lives. In 1976, they designated May as Older Americans…
