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STROKE AWARENESS MONTH It can happen in an instant! It is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to create awareness and educate ourselves about the nature and effects of this potentially deadly condition.

It is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to create awareness and educate ourselves about the nature and effects of this potentially deadly condition. A stroke, sometimes called a brain attack, occurs when blood is blocked to a part of the brain or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts.

Are you or is someone close to you suffering with Parkinson's Disease? There is help! Find out how to get the help you need and how to impact the future of PD.

A holiday tip: NEVER catch snowflakes with your tongue until all of the birds have gone south for the winter! May you and your family have a safe and happy holiday that is full of making happy memories. The holidays is a time of giving, and we'd like to give you a huge thanks to all of you. We hope your holiday season fills your home with joy, your heart with love, and your life with laughter.

Indy Edwards, a senior care expert at Talem Home Care - Hartford - Avon shares some ideas on how to help our elder loved ones stay cheerful during the holiday season. In this article, we will uncover some data on senior loneliness, suggest gift ideas and activities for seniors in the Avon, Connecticut area.

When a loved one or someone close to us becomes incapable of managing normal, daily tasks or you start worrying about them living alone and being able to care for themselves, you may wonder what options there are if they wish to remain in their home.

(Steps to finding answers)

Consider different strategies that help provide more safety for elderly people who want to remain in their homes.

While you may not feel sure of how to proceed, know that there are support services that can help you make wise choices for your loved one. Explore those options and learn more about what they can do for you as well as for the patient.

There are things about dementia home care that you should know. Here are some essentials that will help you on this journey.