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ManorCare Williamsport North and South offer advice on long-distance caregiving

Caring for a loved one can be very rewarding, but at the same time, stressful and time consuming. It can be even tougher if you are far from your loved one. Long distance caregivers may often feel helpless or guilty when trying to manage their loved one’s care from afar, but there are many things that can be done, even from a distance, to ensure proper care and well-being. “One of the most important parts of being a long distance caregiver is staying up to date with your loved one’s conditions, abilities and limitations,” said Kendra Barrows, NHA from ManorCare Williamsport ...

The meadows schedules senior seminar series

The Meadows will host a Senior Seminar Series at their community, 2160 Warrensville Road, Montoursville. The seminars will be geared toward the senior population and those that care for them. Depending on the topic, the seminar format may include lecture, question and answer time, screenings and risk assessments. The topics will vary and may include mental and physical health, fitness and beauty, finance, legal issues and end-of-life issues. All seminars are free and open to residents, families and the public. The two upcoming seminars are: • Essential oils 101 — 10-11 ...

Get the ‘dirt’ on safe gardening

The birds are singing, the tulips and daffodils have bloomed, and it’s time to plant perennials and clean up the yard. Gardening is relaxing, isn’t it? Actually, digging and cultivating large areas of gardens for just a few minutes can significantly boost your heart rate and blood pressure with increases equivalent to those achieved while running to exhaustion on a treadmill. Individuals at risk of heart disease, particularly smokers and those with high “bad” cholesterol, high blood pressure or diabetes, must be very cautious before tackling a strenuous gardening ...

Sadie Says … Answers to frequently asked questions about safe driving

Q: Other drivers make me nervous. They’re always speeding around me, tailgating or honking at me. Why is this happening? A: Have you noticed changes in your driving experience? Does driving stress you out? Changes with age and certain medications each can bring about changes in hearing, vision, balance, flexibility, alertness, reaction time and sleep patterns — all of which can affect your driving skills. First and foremost, make sure you are physically and mentally able to drive. • Are you familiar with the side effects of your over-the-counter and prescription ...

ManorCare Williamsport celebrates National Social Work Month

The month of March marks the annual celebration of National Professional Social Work Month. This year’s theme, “Social Workers Stand Up,” was selected by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) to highlight how social workers stand up for millions of people each day. They stand up by comforting people who are experiencing devastating illnesses, ensuring they get the best care. They stand up and support our brave military veterans and their families. They work in communities and with national, state and local government to provide services and pass legislation to stand ...

Senior menus

(EDITORS NOTE: For the nearest senior center in Lycoming and Clinton counties, call 570-323-3096. In Bradford, Tioga and Sullivan counties, call 570-723-0782. For Meals on Wheels, service and transportation, call the Lycoming-Clinton Bicounty Office of Aging-STEP at 570-323-3096.) Week beginning March 13 Wednesday — Chicken parmesan, baked ziti with penne, tomato sauce, ratatouille, carrot and raisin salad. Thursday — Hamburger barbecue, hamburger bun, garlic spinach, white beans, zucchini, gelatin with oranges. Friday — Corned beef, cabbage, boiled potatoes, apple, ...