Feeling Older? Puleeze. “How to Improve Balance to Avoid a Fall”

Amy Epstein,

7 Year Member

I’m a regular reader of Jane Brody’s “Personal Health” column on Tuesdays in the New York Times. A topic of particular interest to me, and one that should be of interest to everyone in TTN reading this, is how to avoid a fall. “Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries among older adults ... MORE 

HEARING LOSS 101

By Ellen Pfeffer Lafargue, Au.D., CCC-A,

We think of our ears as a place to rest our glasses, to adorn with earrings, and oh yes, as receptors of sound. The ear is actually made up of much more than the visible outer ear and is a complex system of bones, ligaments, fluids and nerves that make up the auditory system. Any or all of these can sustain damage from a wide variety of causes that can affect your hearing... MORE



Medical Alert Systems - Better Safe Than Sorry

Barbara Alpern,

5 Year Member

As we continue to move through the various stages of our lives, our physical status and often, our living situations, continue to change.

It is important at this point in our lives to evaluate our physical and living situations, and insure that we have a reliable means of getting help whenever and wherever... MORE 

CC Neighborhood Group Reports

Victoria Weill-Hagai,

7 Year Member

Neighborhood Groups (NG) continue to grow and be one of the most important parts of the Caring Collaborative. Read what NGs have been talking about and gain valuable health tips... MORE



In Case You Missed It

Sally Dougan, 14 Year Member

May graced TTNers with fun and fascinating events. See what you missed last month... MORE



Caring Collaborative Member Do's & Don’ts

Victoria Weill-Hagai,

7 Year Member

Do you know the Do’s and Don’ts regarding giving and receiving help joining a CC Neighborhood Group, advice, and privacy?... MORE