What Older Adults Should Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine
Chicago Methodist Senior services is incredibly fortunate to have received our first round of COVID-19 vaccinations. A significant portion of
Three Ways for Older Adults to Stay Safe, Sane and Healthy during the COVID-19 Outbreak
During this turbulent, uncertain time, all older adults should be equipped with the best information possible to ensure they are
The Importance of a Nutritious Diet for Older Adults
Making informed and educated decisions about a nutritious diet is one of the best ways an older adult can stay
Living Well: Adult Day Services: Assisting in Your Loved One’s Care
Many aging adults want to maintain their independence, but it's not always possible to be fully independent. Some people may
Three Simple Ways Seniors Can Prevent Dehydration
With the dog days of summer at hand, proper hydration is a priority. Though older adults can become dehydrated quickly,
Living Well: How to Avoid Heat Stroke for Seniors
Enjoy summer safely by learning tips to avoid heat stroke for seniors from Dr. Andrew Repasy, a geriatric medicine specialist
Respect Your Elders: Man Kaur
#RespectYourElders: If you want to be a gold medal-winning athlete, track and field runner Man Kaur proves you don’t have
Cardiac Therapy and Heart Health
Cardiac health problems can come in many forms, from chronic conditions like cardiovascular disease and heart failure to sudden
Changing the Stigmas Around Memory Loss
People living with memory loss often encounter challenges when it comes to caregiving and health concerns, but facing stigmas around
No Gym Membership? No Problem: Three Ways to Stay Fit At Home and In Your Community
We all know there are important health benefits of exercise, especially as we get older. But paying for a gym
How Cardiac Rehabilitation Can Help You
Have you or a loved one experienced heart complications? At Chicago Methodist Senior Services’ HeartBeats program, we make it our
How Can a Dietitian Help Older Adults Like You?
Do you ever struggle to maintain a healthy diet? Who doesn’t? Some days, reaching for a burger and fries or
How to Plan Holiday Meals for Older Adults With Dietary Restrictions
This holiday season, what food are you most looking forward to? Maybe a tender ham, a sweet slice of pie
Your Loved One Fell. Now What?
Falls are a big concern for those with older loved ones. A fall can be very serious for seniors;
Taking Care of your Skin
Did you know that skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States? And the main way of getting this disease is through ultraviolet rays from the sun. While a little Vitamin D from the sun is good for us, too much exposure can be extremely harmful to our bodies.
How to Bounce Back Faster After a Health Crisis
Tips for getting back to normal after a surgery, injury or hospital stay.
Health Resolution #5: Get Rest
Simple changes you can make to help you sleep better.
Health Resolution #2: Strengthen the Body
Benefits of exercise for senior citizens and tips for staying active.
2015 Health Resolution #1: Strengthen the Mind
Five tips to help your mind stay sharp throughout 2015.
Top 10 Things to Look for When Choosing an Inpatient Rehab Center
When you are looking for a short-term rehabilitation for yourself or a loved one, there are many things to consider.
Wesley Place Introduces Orthopedic “Post-Hab”
While getting healthy is important, staying healthy is just as imperative to keeping an active lifestyle. That is why Wesley
When Grandparents Should Stay Away from the Grandkids
Many older adults suffer from flare ups of the irritating virus called Varicella-Zoster, otherwise known as shingles. Irritating as it
Deodorant’s Link to Cancer, Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Over the past few years, rumors have circulated linking aluminum in deodorant and antiperspirants to cancer, Alzheimer's Disease, and dementia.
Gout: A Form of Arthritis
Easily confused with bunions due to similar symptoms of pain and tenderness in the joint at the base of the big toe, gout is actually a form of arthritis.
May is Stroke Awareness & Prevention Month
Did you know May is Stroke Awareness & Prevention Month? The National Stroke Association describes a stroke as the occurrence of an artery in the brain either bursting or being blocked.