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~ by Carol Vartuli
If you’re a person of ‘Seniority’ you have probably walked many more miles than people do today—of necessity. In fact, you likely remember the old refrain: “When I was your age, I used to walk five miles to school, uphill, both ways.” Perhaps you even used that refrain on your own...
~ by Jennifer Christensen
Many of us take prescription medications to manage chronic health issues or to prevent them from happening in the future. We are fortunate that we have access to many tried and true ways to help us manage our health.
~ by Richard Sgaglio
Pets can warm our hearts and enrich our lives. This can be especially true for older adults who sometimes feel isolated and alone. They can form strong, meaningful bonds with their four-legged companions and receive health benefits as well. These benefits are varied and differ from person to...
~ by Carol Vartuli
It’s July, and local markets are providing an abundance of produce that hasn’t flown halfway around the globe: fresh peas, green beans, tomatoes, and zucchini, to name a few. Summertime is synonymous with healthy eating, and much eating happens outdoors.
~ by Richard Sgaglio
Summertime is fun time. It’s a great season to be outdoors enjoying the sun, fresh air and comradery of others. However, when spending time outdoors in the summer months, one should be careful about not overheating – especially as we age. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC...
~ by Carol Vartulli
The older we grow, the more losses we experience. We lose our supple skin, our hair, our flexibility and muscle strength. And as years pass, we lose more people we love — spouses, siblings, colleagues, and friends.
~ by Kaki Zell
As the name implies, caregivers take care of others, often seniors or others who have a physical or cognitive issues that make it difficult for them to engage in everyday activities. While some caregivers are trained employees of home health agencies, like Osborn Home Care, far more are family...
~ by Carol Vartuli
If you’re over 40, you may be among the 54 million Americans who experience pain from arthritis. Studies indicate that this disease, with more than 100 known types, has affected humans for thousands of years, as suggested by paleopathological evidence...
~ by Jennifer Christensen
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States, but far more people survive stroke than die from it. As many as nine out of 10 survivors have some paralysis immediately after. Thanks to medical advances in emergency treatment, recognizing a stroke immediately could make the...
~ by Carol Vartuli
April is Occupational Therapy Month, a time to consider what OT is, and how it could benefit you or your loved one.
What exactly is occupational therapy? Is it help for those suffering from career change? Not exactly.
Launching the spring season of its WellSpring Series, The Osborn will present David Grann, author of The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder, on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from 7:00 pm...
The Osborn in Rye has once again been named as one of the nation’s “Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities” (CCRCs) by Newsweek. It is the only CCRC in Westchester County and one of just...
The Osborn Pavilion in Rye has been recognized as a “Best Nursing Home” for 2025 by U.S. News & World Report, receiving a 5/5 overall rating. It is one of only four skilled nursing facilities in...
