Routine and familiarity have long been proven to help people with dementia feel safe and calm, which is why many families prefer to keep their…
We Have Proof: Home-Based Care Makes People with Dementia Better
September 17, 2013
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Summertime!
July 5, 2013
It’s the time of year when people take advantage of warm summer vacation time to visit their loved ones. While you are enjoying your visit,…
Humans vs. Superbugs: Who Will Win?
July 2, 2013
Once thought to be eradicated, infectious diseases have returned with a determined vengeance. Many of the antibiotics that once defeated the bacteria that caused many…
Senior Health Classes Cut Hospitalization Rate
June 26, 2013
Education is not only the key to success; it’s also the key to reduced hospitalization for older adults! A 2010 pilot program in West Alabama…
Caregiver’s Time Out on June 21
June 7, 2013
Join us at Family Partners on the “Longest Day” for Caregiver’s Time Out! JUNE 21, 2013 This event is designed specifically for caregivers and their…
Study Finds Shift to Hospice Care Comes Too Late
May 20, 2013
Most people who are near the end of their lives prefer to spend their final days in the peaceful care of hospice or palliative care….
Happy Nurse Appreciation Month!
May 14, 2013
We are proud to say that Continuum’s nurses are the best in the business. They are knowledgeable and warm-hearted, going above and beyond in everything…
Grapefruit With Certain Prescription Drugs Can Be A Deadly Combination
May 8, 2013
Getting ready to have some grapefruit for breakfast? If you’re on prescription medication, beware. When mixed with the fruit, many prescription drugs can have severe…
Promising Research Shows Reversal of Alzheimer’s Symptoms in Mice
March 8, 2013
The road to an Alzheimer’s cure often seems like a never-ending one. But could a recent study point to a potential cure for the disease?…
Puzzling vs. Exercise: Which Creates the Bigger Brain?
February 25, 2013
Mental stimulation is important in helping keep the brain sharp, but a recent study shows that there might be another element that’s even more important…