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Pet therapy is both a source of comfort and good medicine

UncategorizedBy Laurie FullertonAugust 11, 2021

The use of pet therapy in health care is a definite growing trend. In fact, animal-assisted therapy is an acceptable treatment that is now being considered for chronic health problems, according to a recent article by the Mayo Clinic staff. Although pet therapy is a broadly used term among health care professionals, it helps people…

Music and melodies promote senior well being

UncategorizedBy Laurie FullertonJuly 27, 2021

Music appreciation is something we all share in common at the Brookhouse Home. This summer we have had a series of Sunday afternoon concerts outside in the garden, as well as weekly music appreciation events on Thursday afternoons on the patio.  Further, because our historic home was originally built as a private home in the…

Long term benefits of exercise for seniors include a good night sleep

UncategorizedBy Laurie FullertonJuly 7, 2021

There is no question that physical activity has long-term benefits no matter what age. Having a sedentary lifestyle is clearly more of a concern than ever today, but for many seniors, an exercise routine needs to have a bit of variety and reachable goals. Many elderly people find that understanding the exercise makes it more…

Brookhouse Home recognized for work addressing elder health

UncategorizedBy Laurie FullertonJune 17, 2021

The Brookhouse Home recently received a grant from the North Shore Community Health Network (NSCHN) to support our Integrated Restorative Arts and Fitness Program. NSCHN is a volunteer network of health and human service organizations on the North Shore and Cape Ann who advance health equity and wellness by providing resources and opportunities for collaboration.  With funding…

Brookhouse Home marks its 160th year in operation

UncategorizedBy Laurie FullertonJune 4, 2021

The Brookhouse Home is celebrating 160 years as a home for women and throughout 2021, we will continue to honor and celebrate our long-standing place in Salem’s past, present and future. Looking back over 160 years, it is with incredible gratitude that we continue to remain a part of the Salem community and that we…

Communities of Strength is Theme for Older Americans Month

UncategorizedBy Laurie FullertonMay 3, 2021

President Joe Biden declared today that May is Older Americans Month. He offered a special message reminding us that older Americans play a key role in sharing the wisdom and experience that inform today’s decisions and actions, and fostering the connection and engagement that build strong, resilient communities. The theme for 2021 is “Communities of…

Gardens offer a sense of well-being for seniors, research suggests

UncategorizedBy Laurie FullertonApril 12, 2021

April showers bring May flowers and as we wait and watch our garden grow, there is a lot of evidence that some form of engagement in leisure gardening, especially as one ages, may be crucial to continued well-being among seniors according to the academic research results of Positive aging benefits of home and community gardening…

Walking offers health benefits down the road

UncategorizedBy Laurie FullertonMarch 24, 2021

New information has shown that many Americans gained an average of two pounds a month during this year long pandemic, which adds up to over 20 pounds. After a very long year in the house, we decided the ladies at the Brookhouse Home should get moving again. Activity Director Marsha DiCesare started up the Brookhouse…

Friendships remain vital for seniors

UncategorizedBy Laurie FullertonFebruary 23, 2021

Friendships amongst seniors remain vitally important but are sometimes more difficult to sustain as life brings on many changes. Whether it is a new living situation or adapting to a major loss, the importance of making new friends is not something that is top of mind for many seniors.   Whether it is because of a…

Re-defining independence during a pandemic

UncategorizedBy Laurie FullertonFebruary 9, 2021

February is National Senior Independence Month which was established to not only help seniors maintain control over their own decisions, but also to encourage them to look at their living situation and decide if they need to make lifestyle changes. While staying in one’s own home is considered to be a key part of maintaining…

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