By Chris and Laurie Kemp, CSAs According to the National Psoriasis Foundation, about 10% of the population has the gene that could lead to Psoriasis. Having the gene does not mean you will have the disease. They believe that an external factor or trigger is what will cause the disease in someone that has the […] Continue reading → 
By Eunice K. Neubauer, CSA There are many senior housing options going up around the Twin Cities right? You would think there would be availability? But if you aren’t the first to get on the reservation list of a new building in development you may not get in. That is assuming you can afford to […] Continue reading → 
By Eunice K. Neubauer, CSA As you may know, Governor Dayton vetoed legislation that helped prevent maltreatment, improve reporting and investigations for elders and vulnerable adults along with a lot of other things. The bill comprised of a lot of issues, not just things around elder care. Next year a task force will work to […] Continue reading → 
By Laurie and Chris Kemp, CSAs With Summertime here, we all want to get outside. It was a long winter. Remember that April blizzard. It is also good to get out in the sun and be active. That leads to a healthier life. But we also need to protect ourselves when we are out there. […] Continue reading → 
By Eunice K. Neubauer, CSA As a placement and referral advisor, I’ve worked with many caregivers who want to keep their loved one home as long as possible. Home is where the person is most comfortable, and it typically is the least expensive option. Yet, for a variety of factors, home may not be the […] Continue reading → 
Eunice K. Neubauer, CSA People are living much longer than they used to and many are living healthy lives into their 90s. A concern for many older adults is will that they outlive their money? As we age, we hope to remain in our homes, yet statistics show that roughly two thirds of older adults […] Continue reading → 
By Chris and Laurie Kemp, CSAs Looking for something fun that will keep you busy for hours and you can do from your home? Join one of the online genealogy sites and start putting in your family tree. Then order one of their DNA kits and send in a sample. What can you learn by […] Continue reading → 
By Eunice K. Neubauer, CSA Many independent seniors are overwhelmed by the thought of moving. Even though they like the idea of more social activities and meals in senior living to get out of their current home to a smaller living space stops them from taking action. Following are some tips to help you prepare […] Continue reading → 
By Eunice K. Neubauer, CSA Last week-end I attended the Nami MN Gala. Support for mental health is growing. There is a focus to diagnosis early as we know that 75% of mental health issues begin between the ages of 14-24. And we also know that with an early diagnosis people today can live much […] Continue reading → 
Mental Health Awareness Month By Chris and Laurie Kemp, CSAs With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, we wanted to share this article from www.MentalHealthAmerica.net. Go to their website for more information. Do You Focus on Fitness #4Mind4Body? Mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health and well-being, and mental illnesses are common and treatable. […] Continue reading →