Independence Health & Therapy News

By 2030, it is estimated that adults over age 65 will comprise one-fifth of the US population. The Institute of Medicine reports that 14-20 percent of older adults have significant mental health concerns. Geriatric psychiatry specializes in providing care and...

While adult day programs are commonly associated with seniors, this program also serves individuals with chronic health conditions, those with the inability to manage independently and adults who are isolated or lonely. Seniors who seldom see anyone outside of their...

Speech is an expression of thoughts and feelings using articulate sounds. A speech disorder or communication disorder is when normal speech is disrupted and communication using spoken words is blocked. Speech therapy is the assessment and treatment of communications...

What role does generosity play in your life? What motivates you to give of your time, talents, and resources? Our Executive Director, John Buckley, had the privilege of sitting down with our long-time board member and advocate, Sheldon Clark, to discuss this topic and hear from his perspective the power of generosity.

Amid the hustle and bustle of the holidays, depression can emerge - even for those who normally do not suffer from depression. Trying to balance holiday obligations and expectations can cause increased depression around this time of year. According to the American...

For most people, daily activities like tying a shoe, writing a note, or taking a walk can be completed with little to no effort. When everyday tasks become difficult, occupational therapy (OT) may be able to help. Occupational therapy is based on activities that...

When parents first receive the news that their child has Down Syndrome (DS), it can be scary. Most of the fear comes from the unknowns. Sharing stories that raise awareness can help to calm the fear, give courage to face the challenges, and allow room to experience...

Suicide has hit too close to home for too many of us. Whether it is a family member, a friend, or a friend of a friend, it is all too close! In fact, suicide in McHenry County is a critical concern. In the first half of this year, there have been 18 deaths by suicide...