Caregiving Can Be Heartbreaking, and We Thank You for It
Are you a caregiver to a loved one? Do you feel stressed, overwhelmed, under appreciated and unnoticed? We at GT Independence want you to know–what you do is important, and we see you.
Hidden Care Benefits for Veterans and Surviving Spouses
As you age, long term care costs can add up quite quickly costing you and your family a huge dent in your income. However, many veterans and their surviving spouses don’t know about the benefits they’re entitled to for long term care needs.
Bicycling Benefits for Parkinson’s Patients
Parkinson’s disease might not be treatable, but recent studies have found that there’s a simple way to reduce early onset symptoms while slowing the stages through bicycling.
5 Summer Health Tips to Help You Beat the Heat
With summer in nearly full force and increasing temperatures on the way, it’s important to be reminded of the dangers that these fun-filled summer months can bring.
Due to COVID-19, California Temporarily Expands Participant Directed Support and Services; National FMS Organization GT Independence Offers Resources to Help Californians with Next Steps
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Due to COVID-19, California Temporarily Expands Participant Directed Support and Services; National FMS Organization GT Independence Offers Resources to Help Californians with Next Steps Sacramento, Calif. – April 23, 2020 – As a direct result of COVID-19 and stay-at-home mandates, the state of California realized the urgent need to…
6 Benefits of Senior Citizens Entering the Digital Era
While some seniors might feel that adapting to the newest trends in technology is unnecessary, there has never been a more beneficial time to reap the benefits of this growing world. Here are the top 6 benefits of seniors using the internet and how to get started.
The Reality of Children With a Sensory Disorder and How You Can Help
Sensory Processing Disorder is a condition where one’s brain has trouble receiving and responding to information that comes through their senses. This could include hypersensitivity to light, sound, even certain smells and the way things feel.
How Hippotherapy Can Help People With Disabilities
According to recent studies, people with disabilities tend to take traditional therapies and treatments designed for their specific diagnoses. But there is one unconventional equine therapy that ties all of these treatments together and can help improve life for people with a disability. This treatment is called Hippotherapy.
6 Tips to Beat the Holiday Blues
As the holiday season approaches it is common to expect a feeling of joy to erupt among your loved ones. However for some, the holidays bring a sense of loneliness and depression, better yet known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
7 Disaster Preparedness Tips
With another storm season in the midst, it’s vital that everyone in your household is prepared for any type of disaster that may come your way, especially for the elderly.