Vol. 14, Issue 10, October 2021
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TLC Adult Day Care and Recreation Center Offers Seniors Socialization and Fun, and Caregivers a Break and physically because they are sitting at home doing nothing. They don’t have the interaction, the socialization, and the therapeutic activities to keep their memories sharp and to keep them physically active,” he said. “Many caregivers were begging us
See “TLC” on page 14 By Deborah Bostock-Kelley Suppose you are a caregiver responsible for a loved one who’s recovering from surgery, a stroke, or dealing with the early signs of dementia, Alzheimer’s, or Parkinson’s. It is not uncommon that you may feel overwhelmed and alone. With a background in senior healthcare for over 25 years and owning a Medicare-certified home health agency for 17, Tom Wingo knew that a
critical need was not being met for seniors and their caregivers. He founded TLC Adult Day Care and Recreation Center with his wife and two daughters in December 2019 to provide seniors a fun place to socialize while giving their caregivers downtime and an opportunity to recharge. “We took the leap of faith to open an adult day care because the need was so great in Tampa Bay.” Seniors may have been the hardest hit when the pandemic temporarily shut
INSIDE THIS ISSUE down many healthcarerelated businesses in early 2020. With limited guidance from the CDC and other state and federal agencies regarding proper safety protocols, in March 2020, Tom decided to close for the safety of his staff and members temporarily. “Especially during the pandemic, loved ones isolated at home may experience depression and decline cognitively
From the Editor..............................5 Tech Talk with Bob.........................8 SAT/ACT Improvement................10 Decorating Den.......................12-13 Budget Blinds..........................18-19
