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New Castle Physical Therapy 
& Personal Training

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nc-phystherapy“We are grateful to be part of a supportive, dynamic and caring community. The structure of our practice allows us to develop personal relationships with the people who come through our door, and this continues seven years after our first patient.

Our favorite shared moments include watching long time friends cross paths while on the mend, or seeing classmates give support to one another during their recoveries.It is a uniquely fulfilling experience when our patients offer encouragement to each other in the space and practice we recommit to every day of our professional lives. We are most thankful to participate in such a rewarding work environment.” www.newcastlept.net

Amadeus Conservatory 
of Music and Theatre

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amadeusDeborah Molodofsky, founder and director: “Over the past 20 years, I have seen more than a 1,000 children and countless adults pass through the doors of Amadeus Conservatory of Music & Theater.

As every experienced teacher knows, there is nothing quite so gratifying as seeing the light bulb go off in a child’s mind, when he or she makes the mind/body connection to the musical concept or technique being discussed, and “gets it.” Being around happy children and their proud parents keeps me optimistic about the future these wonderful young people will create.” www.amadeusconservatory.com.

Home Safety for People with Alzheimer’s

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lifeworks-picEnhancing home safety for an elderly person with Alzheimer’s can be a difficult task. Aside from taking care of installing handrails, re-arranging furniture and removing other obstacles from the home (as you might for any frail elderly), there are much less obvious hazards to someone losing their memory. An elderly person with Alzheimer’s, for example, may forget a knife is sharp or a stove is hot.

Many people who suffer from this disease will also have a tendency to wander and it doesn’t matter if 
it is day or night. An elderly person who lacks judgment, coordination and is disoriented wandering around their home in the dark of night can be heading toward 
disaster.

Vigilance is key plus these preventive measures:

  • Clear a home of tripping hazards such as electrical cords and loose rugs. Sharp corners of furniture can cause serious injuries during a fall.
  • Keep extra lighting in the house and contrasting floor colors at doorways, stairways and landings. This will make it much easier for someone to see the difference in the surface and possible changing heights and help prevent tripping and falling.
  • Install motion sensors and door alarms to help caregivers know when a elder moves around at night. Night lights in their bedroom and other traffic areas also ensure safe movement at night.
  • Lower hot water settings to avoid burns. An individual with Alzheimer’s may actual forget that the “H” on the faucet means hot or even forget what “hot” is.
  • Use child proof locks to block access to sharp or otherwise potentially hazardous appliances, objects, and substances. To protect from wandering, utilizing deadbolts or locks on gates can also be a good idea.

These are just some of things to consider when caring for a person with Alzheimer’s. In the event you feel you need assistance from a professional, there is help available.

Whether full-time, part-time or 24/7, LifeWorx’s non-medical professionals are fully screened to ensure that they have the proper skills and are trustworthy and reliable. This has led to a track record of satisfied clients who have used our Elder Care Experts in the New York Metro and Fairfield County areas. Contact us today to start reviewing candidates immediately.

Visit www.lifeworx.com or locally, please call 914 458-9933.

What to do about CLIQUES

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By Margaret Mak

sad-girlNot all groups of friends are cliques, but cliques are those groups who purposely leave others out. This can be especially hurtful to school-age kids who are outside of the clique. To help these children deal with being on the fringe:

  • Remind them to stay open to friendships outside 
 of the clique.
  • If they really want to be friends with someone in the  clique, invite just that person over to hang out.
  • Most importantly, reassure them not to take it out on themselves. Encourage them to be confident, true to themselves AND be kind to everyone, not just a select few.

Margaret Mak is the Director of Eye Level Learning Center of Pleasantville, located at 71 Wheeler Avenue. Eye Level (formerly E.nopi) is a 30-year-old supplemental education program with a philosophy that every child has the potential to learn and master math, reading and writing. “We enable students to realize this potential by bringing the instructional materials to the eye-level of your child,” states Mak. For more information, please contact her at 914-741-0407 or email eyelevelpleasantville@gmail.com.