Westmont Lifestyle
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5 questions to ask when considering long-term care for seniorsDec 11, 2011 10:00 pm - When a senior can no longer live independently, this decision about their care is often made during a time of crisis. This frequently occurs when the senior is ready to...
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Holidays can be stressful for seniorsNov 30, 2011 10:00 pm - The holidays are a time of excitement and cheer, but seniors may find the holidays overwhelming. Fond memories of holidays past may spur seniors to try and recapture t...
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Monitor depression in seniorsNov 13, 2011 10:00 pm - Depression is more common in the elderly than in any other age group, affecting 20% of those living in the community and 40% of those who are living in care homes, accor...
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Polar Express Leaves Lisle on December 4Nov 07, 2011 10:00 pm - Tickets are now on sale for The 16th Annual Lisle Polar Express Children's Christmas Train. The $16 tickets are available at The Nook on Main Street, at Lisle Savings Ba...
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Bathing and dementia can be stressful combination says Charism's Westmont Eldercare NavigatorNov 06, 2011 10:00 pm - Dementia patients can become agitated when being bathed; a stressful situation for the senior and the caregiver. The process involved in the act of bathing needs to be ...
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Preventing falls reduces ER visits, healthcare costs for seniorsOct 17, 2011 11:00 pm - The Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that falls among the elderly are common, with as many as 40% of people age 65 and older falling each year, often res...
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Cook of the Week Challenge Week 3 judgesOct 11, 2011 11:00 pm - Jean-Louis Clerc French born and trained Jean-Louis Clerc joined the faculty of College of Dupage as executive chef at Waterleaf, a student-staffed fine-dining restauran...
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Brass ensemble opens Wheaton College’s Artist SeriesSep 29, 2011 12:00 am - Wheaton College’s Artist Series almost has become a staple in DuPage County. The program, which enters its 62nd year Friday and counts the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and...
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Geneva store to host Fox Valley Holistic Health CelebrationSep 27, 2011 12:00 am - Interested in acupuncture? Want to try Thai yoga? Ready for reflexology? Or would you just like to learn more about holistic health and organic products and services? Yo...
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Westmont Eldercare Navigator Warns About Improper Medication DosingSep 26, 2011 11:00 pm - The World Health Organization has estimated that half of patients take their medications incorrectly, costing the U.S. healthcare system and consumers about $300 billion...