Self Help for the Elderly
What does self help mean? Self-help or self-improvement is the achievement of a higher social status, level of knowledge, or general character development as a result of one’s own efforts. The idea of self-improvement and activities that center around improvement of the self are important to the elderly population because they give life meaning, purpose, […]
What You Need to Know About In-Home Physical Therapy
What Does a Home Health Physical Therapist do? In-home physical therapists focus on helping their clients return to the tasks of everyday life. They do basically what other physical therapists do in their office. You can expect an in-home physical therapist to provide care for injury or illness related physical issues that limit your mobility […]
Katz Index of Independence
What is the Katz IADL? The acronym IADL stands for “Instrumental Activities of Daily Living”. The Katz IADL specifically refers to a set of predetermined activities that require more complex thought and effort. The skills included in the list of IADL activities are those activities that are learned by older children, teenagers, and young adults, […]
What is the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development?
What can DYCD do? DYCD is an organization devoted to improving New York City residents’ quality of life. They accomplish that goal in part by collaborating with local organizations, but they also raise funds and then invest heavily in individual talents and assets that exist in the communities they serve. DYCD give priority to poorer […]
Volunteer Opportunities in Albany, NY
The Shaker Heritage Society works to support the community through historic preservation activities and educational programs and events. Our organization promotes the Shaker ideals of pursuing a meaningful life through equality, cooperation, compassion, and sustainability. There are a variety of volunteer opportunities for seniors from giving guided tours to assisting with craft workshops. Volunteers are […]
The Best Guide for Senior Housing Options in NYC
What housing options are available for seniors living in NYC? Before we delve deeper into some of the senior housing agencies in NYC, let’s take a quick look at the different kinds of housing options that are available to you. Knowing what to look for will help when you start contacting various housing agencies. 1. […]
20 Things to do in Ithaca NY
Ithaca Falls Ithaca Falls is a must-see attraction for visitors to Ithaca who are looking for a fun outdoor adventure. The roadside walk-up to Ithaca Falls is one of the easier waterfall hikes in the area, making it an excellent choice for people who prefer a less strenuous hike. A lookout point can be accessed […]
Mental Illnesses and Disability Benefits in New York
What mental illness is considered a disability in NY? Disability benefits are administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). They have a very specific definition of disability, and they have evaluation processes in place to determine if you are eligible for SSI or SSDI benefits. When it comes to mental illnesses, these are the ones that might fall […]
Failure to Thrive in the Elderly
What is the medical term failure to thrive (FTT)? Failure to thrive is a term used to describe a general state of decline in elderly patients that’s characterized by profound weight loss, diminished appetite, poor nutrition, and a lack of physical activity. It is not a diagnosis and it is not a disease. Failure to Thrive […]
Volunteer Opportunities in Rochester
1. Foodlink Food banks provide an essential service to the community and volunteers are always needed for sorting, repackaging, and fundraising. We need help with our newly expanded Foodlink Kitchen. And we need at least 100 volunteers to help us with nutrition education programs. Volunteers make the day-to-day operations of the Foodlink mobile market truck possible […]