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Caregiving is a Calling for Our Team

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The Adult Day Health Care team shares their personal stories about what being a caregiver means to them, how they came into the profession, and the joy they take home each day.

Yes, You Need to Get Your Hearing Tested. Here’s Why.

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A lot of people procrastinate much-needed hearing tests. And there are a lot of reasons for doing so, but toward the top of that list is fear of a hearing aid. That’s according to Laura Lynch, audiologist with the Fairfax County Health Department. Woman listening

Flu Season and Older Adults: What You Need to Know

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Flu season is upon us. Here is what older adult should know about flu risks.

Watch: Seated Exercises

Strengthening muscles and improving flexibility can help reduce fall risk. This video provides a sampler of seated exercises completed daily by Herndon Harbor Adult Day Health Care participants.

Watch: Walker Safety Tutorial in 3 Minutes

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Tips for caregivers on how to help their loved one with safe walker usage.

Watch: Fall Prevention 101 in 3 Minutes

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Nursing gerontologist Leah Freij provides tips for caregivers on how to prevent falls and stay healthy.

Safe Steps with a Walker

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Do you know the five steps for taking safe steps with a walker? In this infographic, a nurse with gerontology experience walks you through all of the do's and dont's.

A Primer on the Risk of Falls and Older Adults

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Every 11 seconds, an older adult is treated in an emergency room for a fall. In fact, falls are the leading cause of fatal injuries in older adults. Learn about fall risk, and what you can do to assess your loved one.

Is your loved one a fall risk? Take this quiz to find out.

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Woman using walker with assistance Are you worried that your loved one might be a fall risk? This quiz can help you evaluate their needs.

#SquadGoals are Medically Important, Here is Why

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Loneliness is a serious health topic. Being lonely can lead to illness and exacerbate pre-existing health issues. In this article, we talk about how to identify and treat loneliness in older adults.

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