News from The Neighbors at Dunn County
Below you will find various news highlights at The Neighbors. You will also find pdf versions of our downloadable newsletters if you would like to read the full versions.
Suicide And Older Adults: What You Should Know
Suicide is more than a preventable tragedy—it’s a major public health problem affecting people of all ages. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, it was the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S. Suicide Concern For Older Adults Among older adults, in particular, suicide poses significant concern for […]
Healthy Food Access For Seniors
In 2019, food insecurity in America hit a 20-year low. But this progress was quickly derailed by COVID-19’s rapid and unexpected onset. The pandemic caused job losses in record numbers, adding strain on older adults who were already struggling. Supply chain disruptions left many supermarket shelves bare, making it difficult […]
Summer Skin Care For Seniors
Congratulations! You have made it to your senior years. It took brains and common sense. Many older people think that after navigating past decades of life’s pitfalls, they can cast caution to the wind, especially when it comes to sun exposure. They may be thinking, I’ve never had skin cancer, […]
Summer Safety For Seniors
It’s summertime and the living is easy, but along with warmer temperatures and abundant sunshine, summer brings some special health considerations for seniors. Older adults are at risk for heat-related health problems for a variety of reasons, including chronic health conditions like heart disease or COPD, as well as age-related physical changes […]
Adapt 4th Of July Activities For Seniors
Depending on your older adult’s risk level and/or vaccination rates among family and friends, you may choose to focus on the 10 stay-at-home activity ideas and to limit in-person contact. You could connect with people living in separate households via video or phone calls to enjoy the holiday together. Make […]