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Older Americans Month

Older Americans Month America is getting older. Since, May is Older Americans Month, this is an opportune time to recognize and celebrate contributions of our nation’s older people. Firstly, you can recognize the contributions of older Americans in many ways. The simplest is to thank any Older American for their service to America, especially those who have served in the US military. Psychological Needs In brief, some say that the four basic psychological needs of

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Jennifer Kem May 1, 2024 2:08 pm
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Senior Living Tips

4 Crafting Ideas for Seniors With Dementia This Spring

, Crafting Ideas for Seniors Experiencing Dementia A Bounty of Fun Crafts to Do With Seniors Spring is in the air, and the weather may not yet be exactly perfect for outdoor activities with your senior loved one. But the turning of the season can fun crafting ideas for seniors, even those experiencing Alzheimer’s or Dementia or other complications caused by other conditions. With all this in mind, it’s important to remember that seniors experiencing

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Jennifer Kem April 25, 2024 2:45 pm
Social Media What to Watch
Life Transitions

What to Watch – Facebook

This What to Watch Reaching Aging Individuals on Social Media   Social Media is just the modern version of passing notes in class, after class, before class and all the parts in between. We all love a good story. This is how our friends and family connect with us these days. Zoom meetings, Google Meet, a wrong click of the phone and you are video chatting with your niece! FUN! or FRUSTRATING? It is really

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Jennifer Kem April 18, 2024 2:07 pm
Brain Health Doodle
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3 Amazing Brain Boosting Tips to Increase Brain Power with a Brain Doodle

Brain Doodle – Brain Boosting Research 3 Amazing Brain Boosting Tips In addition to physical activity you can improve your Brain Power with a simple or complex session with a pen and paper. Brain Doodle. The team at Drexel used fNIRS (functional near-infrared spectroscopy) technology to measure blood flow in the areas of the brain related to rewards. fNRS is a noninvasive optical imaging technique that was used to measure level of oxygen in hemoglobin,

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Jennifer Kem April 11, 2024 2:00 pm
7 Great ways to Reduce Stress
Elderly News

7 Great Ways to Reduce Stress – Advice for Caregivers of Seniors

Easing the Load: Practical Advice for Working Caregivers of Seniors  by Millie Jones of Senior Wellness   7 Great Ways to Reduce Stress Balancing work, caregiving, and personal life presents a unique set of challenges, especially when caring for seniors. Caregivers often find themselves juggling their professional responsibilities, personal needs, and the demands of providing care to their elderly loved ones. Finding harmony among these roles is crucial for maintaining well-being and achieving a sense

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Millie Jones April 4, 2024 2:00 pm
HB 2661-8 senior referral agent videos
Elderly News

Ethical Senior Housing Help

Self-serving, unethical senior referral agents take advantage of older adults. HB 2661-8 would set regulations and oversight on the senior referral industry. Learn more now.

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Jennifer Kem March 21, 2024 1:57 pm
Medicare VS Medicaid
Elderly News

Medicare VS Medicaid

OSRAA – Medicare vs Medicaid       Navigate New Housing with the specialists at Golden Placements: Firstly, Golden Placements helps you manage resources available to you within Medicare and Medicaid. WE take care of the leg work for finding your best Medicare and Medicaid living situation. In conclusion, you get to enjoy your best Golden Years. GPS has relationships and connection gathered over years of experience in being Senior Life Specialists.  Firstly, Portland Senior Living

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Jennifer Kem March 14, 2024 1:42 pm
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End of Life Issues

Gold Standard in Senior CARE

Gold Standard in Senior Golden Years CARE Golden Placements – Who are we? We are member of Oregon Senior Referral Agency Association (OSRAA)   We offer you the Gold Standard in Care for your older loved one. Gold standard is a standard at Golden Placements LLC for us this means we are part of OSRAA. You know we offer prospect of stable care and potential for growth for your family and older loved one who

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Jennifer Kem March 7, 2024 1:24 pm
Senior care options
Estate Planning

How to Decide on Senior Care Options

Choosing a living situation for your beloved senior can be tough. Learn the different types of care and how Golden Placements can help you find the right one.

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Jennifer Kem February 8, 2024 2:00 pm
Senior Health Cannabis
End of Life Issues

3 Health Risks Unique to Cannabis Smoking Senior Citizens

  Seniors Smoking Cannabis is on the Rise Older citizens on Cannabis – What happens when you heavily smoke pot? Emergency Department visits are increasing since older adults have been turning to cannabis to self-treat mental health concerns. What are they self-treating? Some of the reasoning among users include the following: Anxiety Depression Dementia – given by caregivers to belay negative behavioral complications of dementia, such as agitation Pain Escape What happens when you heavily

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Jennifer Kem February 1, 2024 2:22 pm
Senior Placement
Elderly News

Senior Living – Professional Senior Placement

What is a Senior Placement Specialist? We are Golden Placements Services, GPS, a small boutique company. Our GPS senior living placement specialists guide individuals and their families through the complex process of finding ideal housing option fitting personal needs and budget. We work for You, at no cost to YOU. We do not do this often but you should know that other placement agencies work for a large sales force or telemarketer companies. They sell

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Jennifer Kem January 25, 2024 2:23 pm
Senior Living Levels of Care
Elderly News

Oregon | Medicaid Long Term Care Eligibility 2024

Oregon Medicaid Care Eligibility for 2024   How does a senior qualify for Medicaid in Oregon? Age/Disability – the applicant must be age 65 or older, or blind, or disabled in some way. For my loved one this was a motorcycle accident. Rendering him completely dependent on others for everything. The applicant must meet certain medical requirements consistent with the level of care requested. Your loved one must need care for thirty (30) consecutive days.

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Jennifer Kem January 18, 2024 8:16 pm
Senior Living Levels of Care
Senior Housing Options

Senior Living

Senior Living – Levels of Care Explore which level of care is right for your situation. What level of care is right for you or your senior loved one? Each community outlines levels of care, along with the needs that make up each level. Exact arrangements vary by facility and by state. We help those in the Portland and Northern California areas. Placement specialists at Golden Placements LLC help connect seniors (55 and over)  of

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Jennifer Kem January 18, 2024 2:22 pm
Activities of Daily Living
Elderly News

Activities of Daily Living

What are Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)? Recognizing a person’s limitations is the first step in developing a care plan (or making a referral for care). This helps us to provide the appropriate type and level of assistance. ADLs – many of us have never heard of this term. The acronym ADL is very familiar with caregivers of the elderly, nursing one back to health and those with diminished physical capacity. ADLs – Activities of

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Jennifer Kem January 18, 2024 2:10 pm
Senior Living Apartments
Elderly News

4 Affordable Housing Options for Older Adults

4 Affordable Housing Options for Older Adults Explore Your Affordable Senior Living Options Yes, finding your perfect place can be overwhelming not to mention an Affordable Housing Options. When talking about Affordable Housing Golden Placements is here to help! As we grow older, our adult needs increase, we may require a move from one type of community to another.  The number of elderly people is increasing due to excellent development of medical technology and vastly

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Jennifer Kem January 12, 2024 2:20 pm
Senior Fitness Ideas
Elderly News

Stay Fit – 5 Ideas to Explore

  Stay Fit – 5 FREE Ideas to Explore Firstly, explore your Health Care Insurance Program has some great options for you to stay fit! Your fitness at many levels of wellness. Healthy Aging and Exercise programs are designed just for you, at any age so you can stay fit. Presently, you can reach out to your Personal Health Insurance Program to see what is available for your age bracket. Some offer Programs for you

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Jennifer Kem January 4, 2024 2:13 pm
Bad Habits
Elderly News

Top Bad Habits to Avoid at any Age

Top Bad Habits First, We all know that Bad Habits are called bad because they really do not server a good purpose in our lives. This year try reaching for the stars by replacing one of the items listed below with a new activity that will truly bring you joy. Here is a list of bad habits to remove from your life for happier more healthy living:   Smoking Procrastination Nail biting Overeating Emotional eating

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Jennifer Kem December 21, 2023 2:30 pm
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End of Life Issues

Reduce Stress: 10 Tips to tame stress

Reduce Stress: 10 Tips to tame stress Healthy Brain Activities Unquestionably, these 10 healthy Brain Activities can Reduce Stress. In addition to helping you become more productive, they also may boost your mood or brainlessness. Consequently, these activities are showing up in Neuroscience as good things to tame stress.  Get active – Stay Fit With These 5 Ideas for Getting Active. Eat a healthy diet – Foods that can help you to reduce stress and anxiety

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Jennifer Kem December 14, 2023 2:33 pm
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Life Transitions

Healthy Food Choices What to Watch – 6 Food Ideas for Older Adult Care

Healthy Food Choices – 6 Food Ideas for Older Adult Care What to watch out for when making the meal plans and what to buy makes a deference in your eating style. What to watch in your personal Healthy Food Choices can impact your whole life. Some may say “food is medicine” some of the early medicines are based on food. Getting your nutrition right is easy with some simple ideas! There are many ideas

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Jennifer Kem December 7, 2023 2:47 pm
Blood Pressure Medication Health Care Ideas
Elderly News

Blood Pressure Medication plus Alzheimer’s – What are the Risks?

Blood pressure medications First, this article is for information only and not to replace the expertise of your personal doctor. Explicitly we state that the information provided on this site is for educational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice. We advise any website users to consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if they seek medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.   A recent Johns Hopkins report surrounding Blood Pressure Medication which

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Jennifer Kem November 23, 2023 2:51 pm

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