Skip to Main Content
chevron-right
chevron-left
chevron-down
chevron-up
chevron-circle-up
chevron-circle-right
chevron-circle-down
chevron-circle-left
Facebook Logo
Twitter Logo
Linkedin Logo
Youtube Logo
Instagram Logo
Google Plus Logo
Vimeo Logo
Issuu Logo
Right arrow
Left arrow
Location
Search
Phone Icon
Services
Home Care
Senior Care
Home Nursing Services
At Home Therapies
Respite Care
Home Care FAQ
Hospice
Bereavement & Grief
Hospice & Alzheimers
Hospice Costs
Hospice Pet Therapy
Special Care Programs
Your Care Team
Specialized Home Care
Patient-Centered Dementia Care
Arthritis
Congestive Heart Failure
Huntington’s Disease
Hypertension / Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease
Diabetes
COPD
Joint Replacement
Mental Health and Depression
Home Care Support for Multiple Sclerosis
Palliative Care
Paraplegia and Quadriplegia
Parkinson's Disease
Pediatric Care
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ventilator Care
Wound Care
Veterans Care
Staffing
Staffing FAQ
COVID-19 Vaccination Staffing
Careers
About Us
COVID-19 Update
Our Standard of Care
Our History
Franchise Leader
Executive Team
Caring Brands International
Press Releases
Honoring Veterans
Historic Milestones
Contact Us
Education Center
Aging in Place
Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Home Health Aide
8 Dietary Tips for Improving Senior Heart Health
Talking About Substance Abuse as a Caregiver
How to Take Care of Aging Hair
4 Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality for Seniors
Designing Outdoor Living Areas for Seniors
Getting A Grip: How and Where to Install Bathroom Grab Bars
Keeping Active: Tips for Senior Gardening
Alzheimer's and Dementia
Calculating the Cost
Certified Senior Advisors
Consumer Health Care Education
Advisor Care Giving Guide
Care in a Residential Facility
Check Your Home Care IQ
Elder Care Communities
Consumer Alert
Medicare and Home Care
Senior Care Resources
Senior Care Scams
Consumer Rights
Signs That Care At Home is Needed
Long Term Care
Fall Prevention
Mobility in Seniors
Falls FAQ's
Home Safety Checklist
Home Safety Tips
Hidden Hazards
Medications and Fall Risk
Reduce the Risk of Falling
Risk of Falling
Visiting the Doctor and Discussing Falls
What to Do If Someone Falls
Family Caregiving
Elder Care Videos
Hiring Your Own Caregivers
Family Care Giving Facts
Information for Seniors
Long Distance Caregiving
Starting the Conversation
The Stress of Family Caregiving
Taking Care Of Yourself as a Family Caregiver
Home Care Technology
Hospice Fact or Myth
In-Home Caregivers
Senior Health
Exercise and Older Adults
Senior Nutrition
Taking Medications
Tips for Lowering Blood Pressure
Seniors and Zika Virus
Savvy Senior
Stories From Home
Transitioning from a Facility
Independent Living Assessment
Blog
Facebook
Linkedin
Twitter
Youtube
Instagram
Home
>
Blog
>
October 2014
>
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Learn About Getting Seniors Involved!
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Learn About Getting Seniors Involved!
Posted: 10/8/2014 11:10 AM by
Interim HealthCare
There are Plenty of Activities Throughout the Month for Both Women and Men
Breast cancer awareness month is in October. In 2007, the Tokyo tower was lit up in pink on October 1
st
for raising awareness. During this month in 2008, the White House was even decorated in pink in honor of those whose lives are affected by this disease. Every year, men and women from all across America do what they can to raise awareness and help those suffering from this type of cancer. You can participate this year in many different ways. Campaigns for marathons and walking events are happening in almost every state that you and your senior parent can sign up for. Whether you are dealing with breast cancer, your elderly loved one has it, or you just wish to help spread the word, you can participate in raising awareness in October.
How to Involve Seniors with Breast Cancer
This doesn’t just include the women; men can get breast cancer too, although it’s much less common. It’s usually overlooked in awareness campaigns but there are a few male-centric groups advocating for breast cancer research and support. You can join these during the third week of October for activities specifically for men. The rest of the month, there are plenty of opportunities to join in and help. Find local or state events and groups you can get involved with and bring your senior parent along for the fun. As well as helping lots of people, events like these should be fun; they should be about bringing people together for support and joy in life.
Here are some of the available activities you can do:
· National Race for the Cure
o This was started in Dallas, Texas in 1983. Millions of participants participate in this race in over a hundred cities in America.
· Susan G. Komen 3 Day For the Cure
o A 60 mile walk for fundraising, this event is spread over 3 days and funds research into breast cancer.
· Breast Cancer Today
o Several different 2 day walks are held across many states, to raise money for awareness and cancer research schools.
· Great Architect Gaming – A Month in Pink
o This community is inspiring their guild members to wear pink for the whole month of October. When you visit their site you can find ways to help support awareness and participate in the forums.
If your elderly loved one is living with breast cancer, you might need some extra help caring for them. Even a senior without cancer can use a professional’s opinion and care. Hiring a
home care
provider is a great idea when you need a day off. Taking care of yourself is a part of caring for the elderly. You won’t be able to help your parent or be the best you can be for yourself and your family if you are tired and stressed.
If you have an aging loved one and are considering home care services, contact Interim HealthCare today.
G+