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Benefits for the Elderly of Owning Pets (for Both of You) !

Posted on August 7th, 2017 by Brad

Now, why would a senior want to get involved with owning pets, you ask? Benefits for Seniors Most people have heard that the Centers for Disease Control recommends that adults engage in 150 minutes per week of moderate physical activity. For … Read More

SHS Former Owners, Dara and Brad Trout, interviewed on Local Access TV

Posted on December 14th, 2016 by Dara Trout

In October, 2016, the Wayne Senior Center's "Sage on Stage" local access TV program, hosted by Donna Alexander, interviewed Dara and Brad. That show has been posted online on YouTube and you can see it, in its entirety, at this link.

Alzheimer's Association 2016 Facts & Figures Report Released

Posted on March 30th, 2016 by Dara Trout

Seniors Helping Seniors proudly supports the Alzheimer's Association Delaware Valley Chapter! We see all too many of the ravaging effects of Alzheimer's Disease and other types of dementia in our daily work taking care of seniors in their homes. Did … Read More

The Top 5 Dementia Questions We Are Asked

Posted on November 19th, 2015 by Dara Trout

November is National Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month As part of our community outreach, we speak to groups about dementia topics almost monthly. Similarly as we meet new senior care clients, families, and caregivers the topic of dementia or Alzheimer’s … Read More

Alive Inside: A Story of Music and Memory

Posted on June 25th, 2015 by Dara Trout

A documentary about the power of music What is your favorite song? It is a simple question: a question that you have probably asked and answered at least once in your life. But this question can have much more of … Read More

November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month

Posted on November 13th, 2014 by Dara Trout

Do you know the many resources provided by the Alzheimer's Association? Unfortunately, a big part of providing senior care includes helping individuals and families with Alzheimer's Disease (AD). 5.1 million Americans have Alzheimer's and someone is newly diagnosed every 67 … Read More

Walk to End Alzheimer's in Philadelphia on Sunday, November 9, 2014

Posted on November 2nd, 2014 by Dara Trout

It's not too late to JOIN OUR TEAM! Each year the Seniors Helping Seniors offices in the greater Philadelphia area join together to Walk to End Alzheimer's. This year's walk is Sunday, November 9, 2014 at Citizen's Bank Park. We invite … Read More

Delirium and Senior Care

Posted on October 20th, 2014 by Dara Trout

What is delirium? Delirium is a state of confusion that comes on very suddenly and usually lasts from a few hours to several days. When someone is delirious, they generally cannot think clearly and don't have a true sense … Read More

Dementia Care Tips for the Sandwich Generation

Posted on July 9th, 2014 by Dara Trout

July is Sandwich Generation Month and we know this situation is especially difficult for those providing dementia care. Let’s start with a definition: the “sandwich generation” is comprised of individuals caring for their children as well as their own aging … Read More

Adapted Outdoor Activities for Senior Care

Posted on April 1st, 2014 by Dara Trout

Making Activities Manageable for Senior Care Dementia Sufferers is Very Important As I was preparing for attendance next month (May 5,2014) at the Southeastern PA Alzheimer's Convention, one of the breakout session topics caught my eye. It is entitled, "Expanding … Read More

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