The latest research suggests a link between obesity and Alzheimer’s disease. https://newatlas.com/health-wellbeing/imaging-obesity-bmi-dementia-alzheimers-brain-blood-flow/ NEWATLAS.COM Imaging study offers clue to how obesity can increase Alzheimer’s risk

What a wonderful way to help seniors who can benefit from telehealth and the many other benefits that technology provides! https://www.wtxl.com/rebound/teleheath-access-for-seniors-donates-smart-devices-to-covid-19-vulnerable WTXL.COM Teleheath Access for Seniors donates smart devices to COVID-19 vulnerable

Help a senior you love find activities and volunteer opportunities that help promote meaning and purpose. Learn more in our latest blog post. http://www.harmonyhomehealth.com/meaningful-activities-for-older-adults-that-promote-purpose-and-value/

If you don’t have an emergency preparedness plan in place for your older loved ones, now’s the perfect time to create one! https://www.wjhg.com/2020/08/06/making-hurricane-evacuation-plans-for-the-elderly-during-a-pandemic/ WJHG.COM Making hurricane evacuation plans for the elderly during a pandemic

These uncertain times call for creativity to help all of us stay connected! One solution: hugging booths! https://www.fox13news.com/news/safe-hugging-booths-allow-the-elderly-to-connect-with-family-during-coronavirus-pandemic FOX13NEWS.COM Safe 'hugging booths' allow the elderly to connect with family during coronavirus pandemic

"The spirit never ages." - Isabel Allende

The MyPlate for Older Adults model outlines the latest recommendations on meeting nutritional needs for older adults. Find details in our latest blog post. http://www.harmonyhomehealth.com/learn-the-latest-guidelines-for-optimal-nutrition-for-older-adults/

We all want to avoid unnecessary surgical procedures, and that may be even easier now for those with heart disease. https://www.sciencenews.org/article/medications-alone-work-well-surgery-some-heart-disease-patients SCIENCENEWS.ORG Medications alone work as well as surgery for some heart disease patients

Encouraging news for those with Parkinson’s! https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327350.php#1 MEDICALNEWSTODAY.COM Cancer drug shows promise in Parkinson's disease safety trial

Dance your way to better brain health! https://qz.com/1764294/how-dance-fights-depression-parkinsons-and-other-brain-disease/ QZ.COM Dancing could treat depression and other brain diseases

If you’re wondering whether your elderly parents are eating healthy, read our latest blog post for some warning signs that could indicate a cause for concern. http://www.harmonyhomehealth.com/ensure-good-nutrition-for-elderly-parents-by-answering-these-questions/

Learn how light therapy could be a new tool in the Alzheimer’s care toolbox. And contact the dementia care team at Harmony Home Health & Hospice to discover how we can make life brighter too. https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/922814 MEDSCAPE.COM Light Therapy May Brighten Alzheimer's Disease Outcomes