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Michael Pollard
Michael Pollard is a seasoned writer specializing in caregiver support and mental health for seniors. With a background as a licensed social worker, he brings compassion and expertise to his articles, helping readers navigate the emotional challenges of caregiving. Outside of writing, Michael enjoys woodworking, playing guitar, and organizing community theater productions.
Parkinson's Support for Georgia Patients - A Beacon of Hope, Concept art for illustrative purpose, tags: groups mental health cognitive - Monok
Support groups for seniors in the U.S. offer mental health and cognitive wellness help
Aging comes with unique challenges that can impact mental and cognitive health. Seniors across the United States often face social isolation, memory concerns, or emotional difficulties, making it crucial to have access to structured support. Mental health and cognitive wellness groups offer valuable opportunities for connection, education, and encouragement, helping older adults navigate these challenges […]
Enhancing Senior Nutrition through Modern Food Delivery Services, Concept art for illustrative purpose, tags: meal access seniors - Monok
New programs and services expanding meal access for seniors in the US
Efforts to address food insecurity among seniors are growing as organizations and services work to provide more convenient meal options. Older adults in the U.S. often face challenges such as limited mobility, difficulty cooking, or lack of access to fresh ingredients. To ensure they receive nutritious meals, various programs focus on food delivery and meal […]
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Duloxetine’s effectiveness in managing depression and pain in older adults
Depression is common among older adults, but it is often ignored or mistaken for normal aging. Many seniors do not receive the help they need because their symptoms are overlooked or confused with other health problems. This delay in diagnosis can leave them struggling with their mental health. To make treatment more accessible, the U.S. […]
Medication Management
15 February 2025
'A Place of Rest' Keeps Japanese American Traditions Alive and Fosters Intergenerational Bonds Through Food, Concept art for illustrative purpose, tags: community dining experience - Monok
Ikoi no Kai: Nourishing Portland’s seniors and Japanese heritage
For 46 years, Ikoi no Kai has been more than a meal program for Portland’s Japanese American community. In Japanese, it means a place of rest. The program provides nutritious, home-style Japanese meals in a welcoming environment for seniors and other community members. Nestled in the basement of Epworth United Methodist Church, it offers more […]
Brookfield's Affordable Housing Development Landscape, Concept art for illustrative purpose, tags: shift - Monok
Brookfield’s impact on affordable housing development
In recent years, Brookfield has experienced a significant transformation in its housing development, with a strong focus on affordability to support its growing and diverse community. This shift reflects broader national discussions on housing accessibility and economic sustainability. As the cost of living continues to rise across the country, many cities and towns struggle to […]
Housing Options
14 February 2025
Group Support Offers a Pathway Through Grief's Challenges, Concept art for illustrative purpose - Monok
Group support offers a pathway through grief’s challenges
Navigating the intense emotions and psychological shifts that come with loss can be daunting. Research highlights the benefits of group support for individuals struggling with grief. Bereavement groups provide essential emotional relief and social connections, helping the grieving process feel less isolating. A 2020 review synthesizing over a dozen studies found that bereavement groups can […]
Telehealth Flexibilities Extension Offers Hope for Hospice Care but Uncertainty Looms, Concept art for illustrative purpose - Monok
Telehealth flexibilities extension offers hope for hospice care but uncertainty looms
Congress has extended pandemic-era telehealth flexibilities through March 31, 2025, providing continued support for hospices and healthcare providers. While this extension preserves access to virtual care, uncertainty remains about what will happen beyond this deadline. If these waivers are not further extended or made permanent, patients who rely on telehealth for essential services may face […]
Legislation Aims to Ease Burden on Caregivers, Concept art for illustrative purpose, tags: adult foster home - Monok
Legislation aims to ease burden on caregivers
Jessica Nelson knows the toll of round-the-clock caregiving. As an adult foster home provider in rural Towner, she dedicates nearly every waking moment to caring for residents with dementia. But the relentless schedule comes at a cost. “I love my job. I love helping people. But the way the system is set up, I have […]
Caregiver Resources
13 February 2025
50 New Supportive Homes Under Construction in Willowbrook for Low-Income Seniors, Concept art for illustrative purpose, tags: linc affordable housing project - Monok
Linc Housing breaks ground on Seaglass: A new affordable housing community for low-income seniors
Linc Housing, one of California’s leading nonprofit developers of affordable housing, has officially broken ground on the Seaglass housing community in the Willowbrook neighborhood of unincorporated Los Angeles County. This groundbreaking project will deliver much-needed affordable housing to residents struggling with homelessness, offering a total of 51 units for low-income individuals and families. The Seaglass […]
Senior Housing Options
13 February 2025

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