by Ashlyn Byrd | Mar 20, 2019 | archived
ACU’s Social Work students visited University Place as a field trip for one of their classes. Students interacted with a few members of University Place during lunch time. The residents shared how they ended up at University Place and told life stories. The students...
by Ashlyn Byrd | Mar 8, 2019 | Aging Resources
Misunderstandings come up frequently when dealing with the doctor or the doctor’s staff. The best thing to do is to be direct, but respectful. For example, if the doctor was being short with you and hurrying during the visit, and it led to hurt feelings. Say...
by Ashlyn Byrd | Mar 6, 2019 | Aging Resources
A doctor may refer you to a specialist if a condition requires further evaluation. When visiting a specialist, it is important to ask questions if areas are left unclear. If the specialist gives a diagnosis that you are unfamiliar with, ask the doctor to explain it...
by Ashlyn Byrd | Mar 1, 2019 | Aging Resources
When searching online to find information on medical issues, it is important to read from reliable and credible sources. Here are a few questions to consider when looking at a website: Is the author affiliated with medical institutions? What are the author’s...
by Ashlyn Byrd | Feb 27, 2019 | Aging Resources
Eat Healthy By incorporating a healthy diet into daily life, the body can benefit in many ways. Be sure to incorporate healthy foods which can include fruits, vegetables, and lean meats. It is important to limit consumption of sugary food and excess carbohydrates....
