Tips for choosing the right nursing home

Transitioning to life in a nursing home can be difficult, especially after living independently. When thinking about the next step for yourself or a loved one, it is important to consider how the quality of care you receive will affect your health and well-being. It’s helpful to plan ahead, consider all your long-term-care options, and make good financial plans early. Here are five tips for choosing the nursing home that is right for you or your loved one: Determine if a... Read More

Five tips for choosing a hospital

Americans are faced with many purchasing choices every day. From cars to restaurant meals, informed consumers often take the opportunity to research their options before making a decision to buy the item that best fits their needs. So why don’t Americans apply the same rigor when choosing a hospital? Like any other product or service, all hospital care is not equal, and not every hospital is right for every person. In fact, the quality of care you receive can have a big... Read More

Alzheimer’s Association applauds the creation of the first-ever National Alzheimer’s Plan

The Alzheimer’s Association commends the Obama administration for developing the country’s first-ever National Alzheimer’s Plan released today. The development of the plan is a result of a mandate within the National Alzheimer’s Project Act that was passed unanimously through bipartisan congressional support and signed into law by the president last year. “This is a strong plan that promises important progress when implemented,” said Harry Johns,... Read More

The Key To Healthy Living HEALTH FAIR – June 14

Antioch Missionary Baptist Church & American Hospice will present The Key To Healthy Living HEALTH FAIR, Free to Public on Thursday, June 14, from 9a – 2p. Location: Antioch Missionary Baptist Church 3920 W. Cardinal Dr., Beaumont, TX 77705 Get Free Screenings for 1. Glucose 2. Oxygen 3. Blood Pressure 4. HIV 5. Body Mass ……and More! Also, Free Food and Fabulous Door Prizes to be Given Away Every 30 Minutes. For More Information, contact  Theresa Shipp... Read More

Senior Olympics Proves You Are Never Too Old To Play!

The Best Years Center & Texas AgriLife Extension Services Present  the Senior Olympics 2012 at The Sterling Pruitt Center in Beaumont  Read More