Aging Gracefully We live in a culture that glorifies youth but aging gracefully is beautiful. Here are 10 tips to promote healthy aging: 1. Learn a new skill or hobby Research indicates that new learning, whether it’s a new hobby or continued learning, helps the brain produce new
People often ask us, is Leaves a faith-based organization. We say, YES! But what does it mean to be a faith-based home care company? That we are faith-based means that at our core, what drives us day-in and day-out, is our faith in a good and loving God,
Who was Charles McGee? On January 16th, 2022, Charles McGee finished his race at the age of 102! Who was Charles McGee? He was a US hero, a husband, a father, and a civil rights proponent. Considering the many accomplishments of Charles McGee is staggering: He fought in
Helping Your Aging Parents Stay Active Staying physically active is one of the most important things a senior can do to remain independent. Engaging the mind and muscles sustains reflex responses, improves mobility and hand-eye coordination. Seniors that stay mobile decrease their risk of falling and are able to
Grand Rapids is gaining a Whole Foods Market At Leaves Personal Care, we are always excited to see our community grow and develop. Being locally owned and operated, we’re excited when other local businesses gain new opportunities, especially during the challenges of Covid-19. Because of this, we were excited to
Here’s a 10 second biology blast! The mesothelium is a thin, protective layer that lines the lungs, abdominal cavity and organs, and the heart. Unfortunately, it is susceptible to a particular kind of aggressive cancer, often caused by exposure to asbestos. Though it is a rare cancer, according
Avoid these 7 common mistakes when looking for your home care provider. 1. Hiring private caregivers and managing things yourself The risks here are numerous and few people want the responsibility of being an employer. Hiring a private duty caregiver can expose you to a lot of liability.
Know the factors that increase your risk of heat-related illnesses. The National Institute for Health shares: As we age, our ability to adequately respond to summer heat can become a serious problem. Older people are at significant increased risk of heat-related illnesses, known collectively as hyperthermia, during the
New watch from Apple may signify exciting things to come. Let’s be clear, a $500 watch is a significant investment. Leaves isn’t promoting or profiting from the Apple brand and we haven’t had the opportunity to evaluate it live, however, since Apple has received FDA approval to call
Dealing with a Stroke What is it? While there are different types of strokes, in the simplest terms, a stroke is simply a sudden interruption of blood supply to the brain. What happens? The brain needs the oxygen which the blood supplies. Every minute your brain is deprived
The Veterans Affairs Community Care Network (VA CCN) is a program created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. This network helps Veterans access healthcare in their communities, when the VA cannot provide.
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