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Owning Your Own Faith
05/13/2013 12:00:00
Colossians 2:6-7 (The Message)“My counsel for you is simple and straightforward: Just go ahead with what you’ve been given. You received Christ Jesus, the Master; now live him. You’re deeply rooted in him. You’re well constructed upon him. You know your way around the fait... more»
Simplified tax forms, sequestration and Obamacare’s effect on Medicare
05/02/2013 12:00:00
Jeff Stingley shares updates from Washington, D.C.
Simplified tax forms for seniors
In the near future, taxpayers age 65 and older might be able to use a new tax form that will allow an expanded number of income sources when they submit their tax returns. The Seniors’ Tax Simplification... more»
Home Safety Tips for People With Alzheimer's Disease
05/02/2013 12:00:00
For someone with Alzheimer’s disease, it may become difficult to recognize what is safe or unsafe in the home and in interactions with other people.A person’s brain function and abilities change during the course of Alzheimer’s disease. Along with the common sympto... more»
Nursing Homes Have Changed
04/26/2013 12:00:00
We’ve progressed a long way from some of the old nursing home stereotypes that have been around since before I began working in and with nursing homes almost 30 years ago.After graduating from college, I got a job in social work in a nursing home. Before that, I had never been in one. At th... more»
Hoeger House Now Providing Transportation for Admissions!
03/29/2013 12:00:00
Hoeger House is excited to announce that we are now providing transportation for admissions from hospitals within Johnson County at NO CHARGE. If the hospital is outside of Johnson County, please call for our flat rate. It is our goal to make your rehabilitation stay as comfortable and easy ... more»
Why wait for spring to walk outside?
03/08/2013 12:00:00
Many people are waiting for spring so they can start or re-start an outdoor walking exercise routine. But I actually enjoy getting out and walking for exercise during the colder months. I like the sound of crunching snow, the brilliant blue skies and the absence of bugs. In case you have ca... more»
What to do with unused and expired medication
02/15/2013 12:00:00
Have you ever wondered what you should do with medications that have expired or that you are no longer using? Throwing them in the trash or flushing them down the toilet may seem like a good option, but the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has developed guidelines to help minimize the harm... more»
Preserving the Past
02/12/2013 12:00:00
Henry Ford once said, “History is more or less bunk. It’s tradition. We don't want tradition. We want to live in the present, and the only history that is worth a tinker’s damn is the history we made today.”With all due respect to Mr. Ford, I disagree. History is what info... more»
Already Blown Your New Year's Resolution?
02/07/2013 12:00:00
Whether you’ve already blown your New Year’s resolution to live healthier, or you’re still on track, the past is the past. Tomorrow is another chance to get back on track.If meeting your goals seems overwhelming, they probably need to be adjusted for consistent achievability. So... more»
U.S. Financial Challenges Weigh Heavy But Not Hopeless
01/31/2013 12:00:00
On Jan. 2, fiscal cliff tax cuts became law, some permanently and some temporarily. For about 98 percent of Americans, it was very good news, since taxes were not increased by the anticipated $3,000 to $7,000 per year. One tax that did increase for every wage earner is the payroll tax. This tax, ... more»
Developing a Healthier Collective Attitude Toward Aging
01/22/2013 12:00:00
Older adults make up an easily identifiable and distinct part of the U.S. population. Why do we lack an established lexical etiquette for discussing them?Surveys by the Good Samaritan Society and other senior care organizations consistently reveal that seniors don’t want to be called senior... more»
There’s Something Spiritual About the Experience of a New Year
01/17/2013 12:00:00
Have you been able to make the switch from writing 2012 to 2013 on your checks, yet? Or maybe you don’t write checks anymore and do everything online? Regardless, it wasn’t so long ago that we were training our minds to think in terms of it being 2012. And yet, time passes and once ag... more»
Pray Without Ceasing
12/31/2012 12:00:00
For me, as well as for a number of my friends, family and co-workers, this past year was filled with the loss of loved ones, illnesses, unemployment and the frustrations of day-to-day life. It was also filled with the blessings of God’s hand for a friend of mine in the birth of a new grandc... more»
Colon Cancer Can Be Prevented
12/19/2012 12:00:00
Have you ever made this New Year’s resolution: “This year, I’m going to get screened for colon cancer!” If so, good for you! If not, and if you’re 50 or older, make 2013 be the year you get it done.
Colorectal (colon) cancer is the second leading killer, among forms... more»
Peace On Earth, Good Will Toward Men
12/11/2012 12:00:00
There are many themes to explore during Advent and Christmas: expectant waiting, preparation and the mystery of the incarnation, to name a few.
This season also offers an opportunity to think about what we long for and aspire to, whether that is patience, preparedness or the kind of peace procla... more»
Campus Identifies Need for Alzheimer's, Dementia Care in Assisted Living
11/15/2012 12:00:00
(Olathe, Kan.) – The Cedar Lake Village Board has discussed a proposal to build an assisted living memory care addition to the existing senior living center.
The addition would include a worship and life center, and would expand the continuum of care services that the Good Samaritan Societ... more»
Holidays Present Unique Challenges for Individuals with Alzheimer's
11/15/2012 12:00:00
Are you wondering if there are strategies you can put in place before your next family holiday get-together to minimize confusion and anxiety for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease? If so, here are a few ideas and suggestions to keep in mind.It’s important to remember that individua... more»
Colorize Your Plate!
11/08/2012 12:00:00
Red, yellow, purple, green… Just about any color you can think of can be found in nature. But what about on your dinner plate?
The colors of fruits and vegetables have meaning. For example, red fruits offer a different array of nutrients than yellow vegetables. Eating a variety of colors ... more»
More Services Adapting to Seniors' Changing Needs
10/31/2012 12:00:00
Phil DeMarais was a loving father, great-grandpa and sports enthusiast. He was an independent man who was able to care for himself and live independently in his own home most of his life. But Phil got to a point where his health was deteriorating, and he needed assistance with daily activities. H... more»
Understanding Assisted Living - Part 1
10/01/2012 12:00:00
With all the services available to seniors, we thought it might be a good idea to take our cameras out and give you a picture, from the inside, of some of the care and services that the Good Samaritan Society offers.
In this video, Assisted Living Manager Jill Fries responds to some frequently a... more»