PACE is a program that wraps services around seniors to ensure they are getting the care and socialization they need to thrive. PACE has the ability to address the 5 different types of pain physical, social, mental, spiritual and financial. When you address these 5 pain points, we found that seniors live longer and fuller … Read More
Nutrition with Joy: Midland Care Dietitian Honors the Small Stuff Midland Care Dietitian Joy Rose, RD has learned that when serving our community’s elders, the details matter. “When my mom went to a nursing home,” she explains, “I saw things through her eyes. It was hard even to get creamer in her coffee. People just … Read More
Nursing home alternative new to Kansas City area lets seniors live on their own By Andy Marso, The Kansas City Star, December 30, 2017 Bruce Johnson sunk two out of three putts Friday on the small replica green set up at a Midland Care day facility for seniors in Kansas City, Kan. That may not … Read More
Lawrence Couple Finds Independence in PACE By Ryan Brinker, Midland Care Volunteer When people think about growing older, they generally envision a restful retirement, the burdens of stressful day-to-day struggles being alleviated, and enjoyment of a well-earned break from the hustle and bustle of society. Sometimes, however, the supposedly simple twilight years are not so … Read More
We talked about some new research on what helps men live longer and better on this week’s Live Facebook Doc Talk with Dr. David Wensel, Midland Care Medical Director. Tune into our live Doc Talks every Tuesday at 11 AM, and feel free to post topics you’d like to see covered. Transcript: Good afternoon, this … Read More