Jobs That Improve Life for People with Disabilities
Disability is more common than you think — in fact, 61 million adults in the U.S. have some type of disability. There are many kinds of functional disabilities that can affect a […]
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Feb
18
Communication is Key!
Since the dawn of time, communication has been identified as a complex process prone to errors, oversights, and misunderstandings. A number of clients leave home care companies each year due […]
Feb
15
Common Misconceptions: What does The STAR Center actually do for clients?
Founded in 1988, the STAR Center provides services to people with disabilities of all ages and needs. Services for education, employment, and independence for all ages and needs are provided […]
Jan
28
Mobility Issues in the Senior Community
Mobility problems in older adults may be attributed to several common conditions: muscle weakness, joint problems, pain, disease, and neurological difficulties. At times, several mild problems occur at once and […]
Dec
10
Hearing Loss in Aging Adults
One in 3 adults over age 65 has hearing loss. It is potentially the most common problem associated with aging. Older people who can’t hear well become depressed, or they may […]
Dec
02
Statewide Expansion for the STAR Center
Since their humble beginnings in borrowed space, located in the basement of West Jackson Elementary School,The STAR Center has been on a mission. That mission is to help any person […]
Nov
16
Pet Therapy
The National Center for Biotechnology Information states: “Almost 65% of American households have at least one pet. That means that your loved one likely has benefited at some point from […]
Oct
01
Depression and Alcoholism in Aging Adults
Depression and alcoholism commonly coincide for all affected age groups. Many times, one proves to be a result of the other. These two disorders occur simultaneously in more than 8% […]
Sep
27
Nutrition for Aging Adults: What’s for dinner?
Nutrition is important for all age ranges. Just like gas for a vehicle, what we eat powers everything that keeps us going. However, as we age, our bodies have different […]
Sep
10
Reducing the Risk of Falls: Visually Impaired Older Adults
What is the source? In society’s older population, the leading cause of death due to unintentional injuries can be attributed to falls. Many factors contribute to fall risks, particularly visual […]
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