by the ESHL Team | May 15, 2024 | Resources
Seniors need to be more aware of overheating and heat stroke because their bodies don’t adjust to high temperatures as well and they’re also more likely to be dehydrated. Seniors with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia are at even greater risk because they may not be...
by the ESHL Team | Apr 24, 2024 | Blog, Elwood, Essential Senior Connections, Northview, Park Place, Rehab News, Resources, Summit
HTS Therapy News Swallowing is a complex process that involves over twenty-five muscles all working together to move food from the mouth to the stomach. For many older adults, swallowing can become a challenge. Swallowing disorders, also known as dysphagia, can...
by the ESHL Team | Feb 21, 2024 | Blog, Elwood, Northview, Park Place, Rehab News, Resources, Summit
HTS Therapy News As we get older, our bones can weaken, which might cause osteoporosis—a condition where bones become fragile and break easily. However, osteoporosis is not an inevitable part of aging. By learning more about it and taking action early, you can...
by the ESHL Team | Feb 15, 2024 | Elwood, Northview, Resources, Summit
The 2 Most Common Nutrition Tips for Seniors We rely on our doctors for advice on the most important health decisions we make, yet when it comes to nutrition advice, sometimes there is a gap or misunderstanding in how we think we should put their recommendations into...
by the ESHL Team | Jan 31, 2024 | Blog, Rehab News, Resources
HTS Therapy News Your back plays a big role in your overall well-being. By protecting it, you can sleep better, feel happier, and maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle. A healthy back means you can do the things you enjoy, like going for walks, gardening, or...
by the ESHL Team | Jan 18, 2024 | Elwood, Northview, Rehab News, Resources, Summit
Article by Barbara Sadick, AARP “Suspect your memory isn’t what it used to be? You could be right. But the reasons for your cognitive slump might not be the ones you worry about. “Slow cognitive decline is expected as we get older,” says Joel Salinas, a...