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Ways to Avoid Falls
I was e-mailed this lovely article full of tips on how to be wary of falls. I thought I’d share so that everyone can take precautions with their loved ones. Enjoy!
Rona
Fending off Falls
Falls can be catastrophic for seniors. A broken bone may not be a big deal for a 10 year-old, » Read more
Retarded Grandparents
I recently received an e-mail from a friend. It was one of those chain letters that get passed around over the Internet, but this one was just wonderful. Every time I read it it brings a tear to my eye so I thought I’d share and see what everyone else thought of it. Please share » Read more
Interview on the Neverhood Show with Ethan Tudor
I did an interview this past Tuesday on the Neverhood Show, hosted by Ethan Tudor, and I thought it went wonderfully. I also recorded a PSA that will air on his show about my Foundation and the Golden Inn and Villages. Enjoy everyone! (Please see the link below)
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ethantudorw/2011/09/06/the-neverhood-show-episode-68-rona-barrett#.TmZgo9CBVsM.twitter
Ways to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease
A friend of mine sent in this information about Alzheimer’s disease and I thought everyone else should know about these tips. Feel free to share this with loved ones!
Rona
Strategies to preventing Alzheimer’s Disease
1. Have coffee. In an amazing flip-flop, coffee is the new brain tonic. A large European study showed that drinking three to five » Read more
Questions to Ask About Heart Failure
As I was browsing through some tweets on Twitter, I noticed this article and thought it would be great to repost. Being diagnosed with heart failure can be a scary thing and everyone should know what to ask and how to handle it. Share this article with everyone!!
By Rebecca S. Boxer, M.D., Caring.com senior medical » Read more
10 Tips to Care for an Aging Parent
10 Tips for Caring for Aging Parents
By: Philip Moeller
Caring for an aging parent may be the highest calling of your life. But it also can rob you of time, money, and your own experiences. In some cases, these personal sacrifices can create bitterness and regret, causing ill will toward the very people you love and » Read more
Statistics for Alzheimer’s disease
As I was reading a newsletter from the Alzheimer’s Association I noticed some very startling statistics that I wanted to share. If you would like to see California’s State Plan for Alzheimer’s Disease, simply click on the link provided.
~ Rona
Excerpt from: State Leaders Approve Action Plan for Alzheimer’s Disease
By Alzheimer’s Association, California Central Coast Chapter Newsletter
“Here’s » Read more
Elder care goes high tech…
We hope that someday these innovative companies might be involved in enhancing life at the Golden Inn and Cottages and future communities. Read on about how these elder care tech gadgets are revolutionizing care for seniors in Friday’s LA Times below.
~Rona
Elder care goes high tech
Games, monitors and robots are among the tools being tested to » Read more
A note on Embracing Oneself and Friendship
This is one of those items making the rounds by email. I love it and just wanted to share. Can’t find the original author, but thank you to whomever wrote these inspiring words on friendship and living life to the fullest!
~Rona
“I would never trade my amazing friends, my wonderful life, my loving
family for less gray » Read more
Tax Outlook for Seniors in the Upcoming Year
I find this article to be very helpful for seniors who have questions about the new tax policies in 2011. Keep reading to find out what new rules will be taking place within the next year…
~Rona
By: Philip Moeller
Published: December 29, 2010
Most seniors will get no special breaks from the recently enacted tax package. Still, tax experts note » Read more
Remembering Elizabeth Taylor
One day I walked into the ladies room of the famous Ambassador Hotel and there was Elizabeth Taylor powdering her nose. No one else was around.
She was there for the opening of some singing star – not Eddie Fisher. Anyway, I looked at Elizabeth and said, “You are just as beautiful » Read more
Actor Mickey Rooney testifies to Congress about abuse against elderly, says he’s a victim
What happened to Mickey Rooney is horrible. I hope you read this article and stay aware of financial abuse that could happen to you.
~Rona
By STACY A. ANDERSON
Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) — Actor Mickey Rooney told Congress on Wednesday that he was left powerless by a family member who took and misused his money.
“I felt trapped, scared, used and » Read more
American Entertainment News Pioneer Rona Barrett Receives Warm Welcome Aboard Queen Victoria
Cunard Line Makes Donation to Rona Barrett Foundation for Senior Programmes
Cunard Line spokesperson Jackie Chase presents Rona Barrett with a $5,000 donation to The Rona Barrett Foundation
2 March 2011 – Cunard Line recently welcomed entertainment news pioneer Rona Barrett on board Queen Victoria’s Hawaiian Adventure voyage where she enthralled guests with two exclusive at-sea performances » Read more
Vote for Rona Barrett Foundation at MoveOn.org
This is not a matter of politics, but of money. The organization Move On has the Rona Barrett Foundation in support of Seniors In Need on a list of 4000 entries to be voted on by the public to have year end funds sent to the top five organizations. Enter Rona Barrett Foundation » Read more
America’s Bullying Problem
Recently, schoolyard bullying has been making national headlines with the shocking increase in young adult suicides as a result of bullying. These taunts, humiliation, and even physical aggression have long been an unfortunate, consistent occurrence for many kids. Bullying can happen for a number of reasons ranging from teasing about family life, to being gay, » Read more
Seniors Can Rock the Vote!
Seniors Can Rock the Vote!
It is absolutely crucial that seniors exercise their voice by voting on Tuesday. If we don’t make our right to vote count, then we wash our hands of the direction our nation is heading in—and be certain that this is a critical time, especially for seniors, to use their voice.
Seniors must » Read more
Why Hiring Seniors Makes Good Business Sense
Why Hiring Seniors Makes Good Business Sense
by Rona Barrett
When it comes to running a business, companies are always looking for the newest and freshest ideas to stay competitive as well as ways to protect their bottom line. To many employers, finding and hiring young men and women who are new to the job market would » Read more
Today’s Hollywood Golden Gals ‘Are Golden’
Have you noticed that Hollywood women over 70 have become ‘all the rage’? A few examples that come to mind include Joan Rivers (77) with her sell out stand-up comedy shows, new documentary and endless line of jewelry sold on QVC, the always busy and seemingly ageless legendary acting sirens Sofia Loren (76) and Raquel » Read more
How Seniors Live Now
I saw this article and thought it was an interesting view on of the different ways seniors live and the importance of caring for all needs.
NY Times: How Seniors Live Now;
It’s an increasingly challenging time we live in now. These individuals in the piece represent a cross section of seniors in our once great nation, » Read more
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