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Shred Day Coming Up on April 27th!

DataChambers will be here on 4/27/12 from 1:30-4 for a free, community shred day!

People, organizations, churches can bring anything they want shredded and DataChambers will shred it on the spot!

No need to remove staples, clips or binders.

Their shredder, "The Beast" can take it all!

Frequent infections in persons with dementia

"Mom was up and down all night, agitated and crying. Turns out, she has another bladder infection!"

"Dad's in the hospital with pneumonia again."

Sound familiar? If so, the person you care for may be entering the final stage of his or her dementia. That makes your relative more prone to

Urinary tract infections

It's healthy to have bacteria in your digestive tract and on your skin. But when bacteria enter the bladder and kidneys, there can be problems. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the reason for 8 million doctor visits every year.

Who is at risk?
UTIs affect mainly women, but they occur in older men, too. Seniors are especially vulnerable because of

Is your home safe for older guests?

If you expect older visitors this season, check your home for hazards. Older adults often have impaired balance and vision. This makes them prone to falling, especially in new surroundings. And fragile skin and bones can mean double trouble if someone does take a spill. Here are some tips.

Home entry
Early darkness and wet walkways can add to risk of a fall. Turn on outdoor lighting and make sure stairs have a sturdy handrail.

Living/dining areas

Get help changing Medicare plans

If you are dissatisfied with your relative's current Medicare coverage, it's time to get into action! Changes are possible only once a year. This year, the annual open enrollment period starts and ends EARLIER than before: October 15 to December 7.

Here’s a quick review of the parts of Medicare:
"Original Medicare"

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