February is not just associated with hearts because of Valentine’s Day…it’s also American Heart Month! Did you know that heart disease kills almost 610,000 people in the United States every year? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. At Pennsylvania Agency of Nurses, some of our clients suffer from one or another type of heart condition. Let’s take a look at what heart disease is, who is at risk for it, and treatments that can help.
Hello everyone, thank you for stopping by our Caregiver Profile! Every month, we will highlight some of our outstanding employees. You’ll learn a little bit about our caregivers, the 
The holiday season is beginning to wind down, but there are still many opportunities ahead to travel with elderly loved ones. Traveling with a senior brings with it additional considerations, so we assembled some of the most important ones here to share with your family and friends. Read on to learn handy tips for traveling (by air or car) with the older loved ones in your life!
The decision to hire in home care services can be fraught with confusion and uncertainty: 
Do you know whether you’re a mandatory reporter or not? Or what that means? Who can you call to report sexual abuse of an elder? In a previous 
Many people think of the birds and the bees when they hear about “the Talk.” Indeed, this is somewhat a rite of passage in American culture for parents and children. But did you know that there is another “Talk” that is especially important to have later in life? And the roles might even be swapped? The discussion between adult children and their elderly parents regarding end-of-life decisions and desires can be just as difficult to initiate as the birds and bees discussion, but it’s just as important. Let’s take a look at tips to start the conversation, and different considerations that need to be discussed.
It’s a New Year, and a great opportunity to start incorporating healthy habits into your daily lifestyle. In a 
Did you know that January is Glaucoma Awareness Month? It’s estimated that approximately 3 million people in the United States suffer from this condition. While it may sound like it only affects a small portion of the population, glaucoma can have a serious impact on those it impacts personally, as well as their families. With that in mind, here are four fast facts about the disease as it relates to and affects senior citizens.
Senior citizen discounts are one of the perks of getting older (along with greater wisdom and experience!). We at Pennsylvania Agency of Nurses wanted to round up some of the best deals in the greater Philadelphia and surrounding areas, since that is where most of our clients reside. Read on to learn about discounts for food, sports, and culture!
The New Year is just around the corner, everyone! It’s another new start, a clean slate to fill with your best efforts for the year ahead. Are you part of the 45% of the population who usually makes resolutions? Or the 38% who never do? The Journal of Clinical Psychology with a FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS