Something many people worry about as they get older is developing dementia. Now there may a way to reduce your risk by eating one thing. Statistically, one-in-nine people over the age of 65 get diagnosed with dementia. It’s something that touches many families. Dr. Jaclynn Faffer, the president and CEO of Naples Senior Center, said …
Caregivers who are taking care of their elderly loved ones know personally how much it takes to make sure they are living a happy life. We spoke to a family that is part of a new program that has changed their lives. The Naples Senior Center in Collier County has a brand-new program that’s offering …
Jean Murphy sits in front of a laptop in her home, blowing softly into a toy recorder like a child in a virtual music class run by Naples Senior Center. The 92-year-old with dementia no longer has activities and friends to see outside of her home because of COVID-19. The senior center — her lifeline …
A 90-year-old Naples woman continues to spend every day helping others. Dorrie Karnis is one member of a small local army helping to bag and deliver hot meals and groceries every Wednesday to 50 seniors stuck at home because of the pandemic. She’s been volunteering at the Naples Senior Center since its doors opened in …
Hurricane season is not over yet, and researchers are calling for more preparations at nursing homes to protect seniors. A study shows hundreds of people in Florida nursing homes likely died indirectly from Hurricane Irma in 2017. Researchers want to see some changes at nursing homes in Florida before the next big storm. Searchers at USF and …
Naples Senior Center, a nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive programs and social services for seniors, has been awarded a $75,000 grant from Moorings Park Foundation. These funds will be used for a multi-faceted support program for caregivers of family members with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia to connect with one another, receive group support, socialization …