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Become a Health Care Advocate
November 5, 2009
A free 32-page booklet on how to become a patient advocate is available on the Web site of VNA Community Healthcare or by calling 866.474.5230 (toll-free in CT). Additional tips and guidance attached below. VNA Community ... [ more ]
Can Memory Loss be Prevented?
June 24, 2009
A panel of experts from the United States and Britain recently issued a statement on what we do know about maintaining brain fitness. Three crucial things are: Physical exercise ... [ more ]
Avoiding Eldercare Crisis - Barbara Katz Interview
May 27, 2009
The challenges associated with caring for an aging loved one are presented by VNA Community Healthcare's Barbara Katz, RN, MSN. Her talk was featured on BCTV's "Chamber Connection". Conducted by Ed Lazarus, President of the Branford ... [ more ]

Taking Care of Finances for Parents
September 24, 2009
Taking care of parents means more than providing physical help and emotional support. Caregivers often become involved in managing money for their parents and helping to stretch the dollars as far as possible. The attached ... [ more ]
Healthy Snack Ideas
January 18, 2010
Snacks are taken from grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy and protein rich foods: SMALL SNACK – 1 hour or less until dinner 8 oz. cup low fat or fat free yogurt Fresh or canned fruit (1/2 to 1 cup) Cut ... [ more ]

