by Tracey Kirstein, PT, CAPS- Abilities Specialist/Aging in Place Coordinator for Brad-Core Before we turn the calendar page to 2022, I feel compelled to acknowledge some of the highlights and struggles since Covid 19 came into our lives, recognizing that we must give credit to our ability to demonstrate resilience. What is this super power called resilience? Oxford defines resilience as the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness. I would add that resilience requires no small amount of courage. Is resilience fueled by desire, hope, spiritual belief, or just plain determination? Is …

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by Tracey Kirstein, PT, CAPS- Abilities Specialist/Aging in Place Coordinator for Brad-Core Storytime –   I’m at the beach for the day with family, and suddenly, only 15 feet away, I am watching an older man try to unfold his beach chair. He does, but NOT FULLY, and then starts to sit down! I called out to him, “DON’T SIT DOWN YET!” but he didn’t hear me. The chair, thankfully, did …

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  By Tracey Kirstein, PT, CAPS- Abilities Specialist/Aging in Place Coordinator Knowing how to celebrate is so important and now more than ever, we have learned the time to celebrate is NOW. In his book, “The Art of Celebrating,” David Monn shares his understanding that “regardless of age, culture or class, we all possess a need to gather together, to celebrate special events or rites of passage, to feel we …

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Clutter addiction is a problem that effects up to 5% of Americans, many of whom are seniors. The problems can range from moderate messiness to hoarding so severe it may be related to a mental health disorder like obsessive-compulsive disorder.  Here’s what you should know, along with tips and resources that can help. WHY PEOPLE …

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Safety is, and will continue to be, a major concern for older people, especially those that live alone.  Smart and stylish home devices like those described below offer peace of mind for those of us that wish to remain in our home  or those of us concerned about a loved one. Automatic Gas Stove Shut …

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June 1 marks the start of hurricane season. Here are some simple tips that could make filing an insurance claim after a storm much easier: Plan Ahead and Create a Home Inventory Having a complete list of your belongings will help speed up the claim process. Include essential information such as brand name, price, date …

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Quality workmanship, knowledge and experience matter, especially when you will be investing a significant amount of money with a home builder, property manager, or remodeler as you build a new home or update your current one to fit your lifestyle. Choosing a building or property management professional with a designation can help ensure you are …

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