Greetings!
October is a month to enjoy nature's bounty. It's when glossy fruits and crisp, colorful vegetables are stacked into mountains at the local farmer's markets. But did you know that, for many seniors, not being able to go to the grocery store on a regular basis for fresh food is a key warning sign of nutritional deficit? If you know a senior who is experiencing difficulty getting to the grocery store, consider contacting Aunt Ann's to provide transportation, meal preparation and companionship at mealtimes to foster better health.
This month's news is also bountiful with thought-provoking new studies and information for seniors. In the spirit of education and cooperation, we hope you will find the following articles informative and beneficial.
Thank you,
Vicki Paul
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Aunt Ann's Home Care is Proud to Introduce Royal Pharmacy
At Royal Pharmacy, we are here to help you simplify your busy life while enhancing your health and wellness. We offer time saving services such as fast and easy prescription refill options and free deliveries made to homes and offices. We are passionate about caring for your well-being by providing a highly personalized level of service from our pharmacist and staff. At Royal Pharmacy, we value our customers and their time. Come in and enjoy the service you deserve. Contact us at (650) 794-0380 or visit our website at www.royalrx.net for additional information. |
Aging in Suburbia
The Baby Boomer generation is changing the landscape of America's suburbs. As the first generation of people to be born and raised in what we now call "Suburbia," census statistics show most Boomers have no intent on moving elsewhere as they age. This poses some unique challenges for local governments as they are beginning to see their voter demographics shift from young families to older individuals with different needs and concerns. Changes are being made to accommodate the shift, such as new pedestrian walk signals providing countdowns, new police forces focused on senior safety and local university classes on coping with retirement. Read more about this shift in this article. |
 How Your Hearing Aid Might Be Protecting Your Brain
While we may not always notice small changes to our senses as we age, our brains definitely do. A recent study from the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine revealed that individuals with poor hearing showed a decrease in gray matter density in auditory areas of the brain, suggesting a link between hearing ability and brain volume. According to Jonathan Peelle, PhD, lead author of the study, "People hear differently, and those with even moderate hearing loss may have to work harder to understand complex sentences." This suggests that hearing aids may not only help you hear, but may also help preserve your brain.
Find out more about the fascinating study in this Medical News Today article.
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 Is the Alzheimer's Milkshake a Valid Treatment?
Axona, also known as the Alzheimer's Milkshake, is being touted as a revolutionary Alzheimer's treatment by some and as snake oil by others. It isn't classified as a drug, but rather a medical food. And while medical foods are regulated by the FDA, their regulations are not as strict as those of drugs. Axona is purported to provide the brains of Alzheimer's patients with an alternative fuel source to glucose to aid in brain cell function. However, studies have shown poor cognitive results, leading some professionals to question the validity of the milkshake's medicinal claims. To learn more about Axona and the controversy surrounding it, read this article and view the video from ABC News. |
 Rock of Ages The Young@Heart Chorus swept the nation in Stephen Walker's 2007 documentary of the same name, proving that you're never too old to rock. Check out the film trailer and read more about the chorus, which is still going strong. |
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