Senior ESL

President Obama Explains Healthcare.gov

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:52:00 +0000

WH.gov: President Obama Explains Healthcare.gov

President Obama explains HealthCare.gov, the new consumer website that helps you take control of your health care coverage. This first-of-its-kind website makes it easier to find health care coverage and clearly explains how the Affordable Care Act will benefit you, your family, or your business.

Hong Kong Scientists Find New Way to Fight Flu Viruses

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:01:00 +0000

VOAVideo: Hong Kong Scientists Find New Way to Fight Flu Viruses

Researchers in Hong Kong have discovered a new way to stop influenza viruses from replicating. Doctors hope it will keep them one step ahead of mutating viruses that kill thousands every year. Researchers use chemical compound to neutralize protein that helps viruses spread.

ESL Podcast 602 – Calling an Ambulance

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 07:01:00 +0000

ESL Podcast 602 – Calling an Ambulance

If you have a medical emergency, you may need to call an ambulance. Learn more in this episode. Download Podcast

Everyday Vocabulary: Pots and Pans

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 07:01:00 +0000

JenniferESL: Everyday Vocabulary: Pots and Pans

HAPPY 5TH ANNIVERSARY, ESLPOD!

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 07:01:00 +0000

ESL Podcast's Fifth Anniversary Video Podcast

Welcome to English as a Second Language Podcast's Fifth Anniversary Video. You know, a lot of people ask me what I do for a living, and I tell them I'm a podcaster. And they say, "But, Jeff, what do you actually do all day?" This video will answer that question. (Read more)

ESL Podcast 601 – Paying an Unexpected Visit

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 07:01:00 +0000

ESL Podcast 601 – Paying an Unexpected Visit

Most people call or write before they visit their friends and family, but some like to go unannounced. Find out why that can be a bad idea in this episode. Download Podcast

Obama Signs Financial Reform Into Law

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 16:01:00 +0000

VOAVideo: Obama Signs Financial Reform Into Law

The most sweeping changes to the U.S. financial system since the 1930's officially became law on Wednesday. President Barack Obama declared the newly-passed financial reform bill a major victory for consumers, saying American taxpayers will never again have to foot the bill for risky bets made by large financial firms. But others argue the new law is too far-reaching and could hurt rather than help American consumers and businesses. Mil Arcega has more.

Financial Reform Law Aims to Change Some Ways of Wall Street

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 15:57:00 +0000

VOANews: Financial Reform Law Aims to Change Some Ways of Wall Street

A new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is at the heart of the bill signed by President Obama

What Wall Street Reform Means for You

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 22:16:00 +0000

WH.gov: What Wall Street Reform Means for You

A quick and simple animated explanation of how Wall Street Reform will work and what the strongest consumer protections in history will mean for you and your family.

Ice Cream Day

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 07:01:00 +0000

Taro Ice Cream

ESL Holiday Lessons.com: Ice Cream Day

One of the yummiest holidays of the year must be National Ice Cream Day. It started in 1984 when famous ice cream lover President Ronald Reagan announced July as the National Ice Cream Month.

DOWNLOADS: Word Doc PDF MP3 Listening Online Exercise

Everyday Vocabulary: Doing the Laundry

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:25:00 +0000

JenniferESL: Everyday Vocabulary: Doing the Laundry

Study Finds Improved Way to Treat COPD

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 16:20:00 +0000

VOA Learning English: Study Finds Improved Way to Treat COPD

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a life-threatening condition commonly caused by years of smoking. Doctors say that over time the damage interferes with the natural exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs. COPD is not curable but treatment can extend a patient's life. Doctors often treat it with steroids. Now, a study shows that low doses of the medicine given by mouth are equal to, or better than, a heavy dose administered into the blood.

Family Caregiver Alliance: Info in Chinese

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 05:40:00 +0000

Family Caregiver Alliance - Many Chinese factsheets on long-term care.

The following Fact Sheets are available as downloadable PDF documents. To view and print the files you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader. It is available as a free download by clicking here.

Alzheimer's Disease
阿尔茨海默氏病 Download here (307k) Simplified
阿爾茨海默氏病 Download here (381k) Traditional

Assisted Living and Supportive Housing
支持性居处及支持性住宅 Download here (395k) Simplified
支援性居處及支援性住宅 Download here (342k) Traditional

Behavior Management Strategies (Dementia)
行为控制策略（痴呆）Download here (333k) Simplified
行爲控制策略 (癡呆) Download here (328k) Traditional

Caregiving
看护 Download here (314k) Simplified
看護 Download here (312k) Traditional

Caregiving and Depression
看护和抑郁症 Download here (501k) Simplified
看護和抑鬱症 Download here (346k) Traditional

Community Care Options
社區看護選擇 Download here (349k) Traditional

Dementia (Is this Dementia and What Does It Mean?)
失智症的診斷及其含意 Download here (249k) Traditional

Dementia
失智症 Download here (316k) Simplified
失智症 Download here (303k) Traditional

Durable Powers of Attorney and Revocable Living Trusts
永久授权书和可废止的生存信托 Download here (334k) Simplified
永久授權書和可廢止的生存信託 Download here (339k) Traditional

Early Stage Alzheimer's Disease
阿尔茨海默氏病早期 Download here (468k) Simplified
早期阿爾茨海默氏病 Download here (375k) Traditional

End-of-Life-Choices: CPR and DNR
生命尽头的决策：心肺复苏和放弃复苏 Download here (260k) Simplified
生命盡頭的決策：心肺復甦術和放棄復甦 Download here (228k) Traditional

End-of-Life-Choices: Feeding Tubes and Ventilators
生命尽头的决策：喂食管与呼吸机 Download here (239k) Simplified
生命盡頭的決策：喂食管與呼吸器 Download here (230k) Traditional

Hiring in Home Help
雇用居家护理助手 Download here (328k) Simplified
雇用居家护理助手加州资源 Download here (220k) Simplified (CA Resources)
雇用居家護理助手 Download here (333k) Traditional
雇用居家護理助手加州資源 Download here (245k) Traditional (CA Resources)

Legal Planning for Incapacity
针对机能不全者编制的法律计划 Download here (293k) Simplified
針對機能不全者編制的法律計劃 Download here (282k) Traditional

Parkinson's Disease
帕金森氏病 Download here (353k) Simplified
帕金森氏病 Download here (327k) Traditional

Stroke
中风 Download here (318k) Simplified
中風 Download here (304k) Traditional

Traumatic Brain Injury
创伤性脑损伤 Download here (310k) Simplified
創傷性腦損傷 Download here (311k) Traditional

More Resources in Chinese:

A Citizen's Guide to Preventing and Reporting Elder Abuse - Chinese

Everyday Vocabulary: Bathroom Renovation

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 18:15:00 +0000

Everyday Vocabulary: Bathroom Renovation from Jennifer ESL

Topic: Bathroom Renovation (which means repairs and improvements are made to make the space look new).

Stay Out Of The Sun Day

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 07:01:00 +0000

Fu Chiu, Guey-Lan, and Helen are ready to enjoy a sunny day.

ESL Holiday Lessons: Stay Out Of The Sun Day

It is good to have a day that makes us think about the harm the Sun’s rays can do to our skin. This day is Stay Out Of The Sun Day.

Word Doc PDF MP3 Listening Online Exercise

World Chocolate Day

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 04:04:00 +0000

My sister and I fighting over a chocolate bar.

ESL Holiday Lessons: World Chocolate Day

On this day, we celebrate our love for this sweet and spoil ourselves.

Word Doc PDF MP3 Listening Online Exercise

Eating White Rice Increases Risk of Diabetes

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 19:51:00 +0000

VOANews: Eating White Rice Increases Risk of Diabetes

Rice is an important part of many people’s diets. A new report shows that eating brown rice reduces the risk of Diabetes II.

Keeping a Lookout for Skin Cancer

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 19:49:00 +0000

VOANews: Keeping a Lookout for Skin Cancer

Learn how to find the signs of one of the most common kinds of cancer SCIENCE IN THE NEWS

Milpitas Fourth of July Firework Finale

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 06:24:00 +0000

Milpitas Fourth of July Firework Finale

HUGE crowd--everyone was peaceful and proud. I love Milpitas!

Milpitas 4th of July Concert, Pool Party, and Fireworks

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 07:01:00 +0000

Milpitas 4th of July Concert, Pool Party, & Fireworks

Come join us as Milpitas celebrates our country’s Independence Day with a day full of water fun and an evening of ground fireworks.

1:00-4:00 pm “Waving the Red, White & Blue” Pool Party at the Sports Center: Music, games, fun and much more! Please Note: Space may be limited at times due to pool capacity.

1:00-3:00 pm Milpitas Firefighters Local 1699 Hot Dog Lunch at the Pool Party ($2.00 nominal fee for hot dog, chips & drink.)

7:30 pm (Gates Open at 7:00 pm) Concert with JamFunkShus

9:30 pm “Red, White & Boom” Fireworks Display at the Sports Center.
Come enjoy an evening of music and exciting fireworks. Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy the celebration Some food will be available for purchase at the event from the Milpitas Parks & Recreation Foundation. Come early to find parking.

Please Note: There are no “in and out” privileges. No alcohol, glass bottles or dogs/animals allowed at the event. No barbecuing/tailgating in the parking lot. Fireworks are illegal in the City of Milpitas.

For more July 4th celebrations, see:

2010 Fireworks & 4th of July Events Guide San Francisco Bay Area

ESL Podcast 595 – Suffering from Allergies

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:56:00 +0000

ESL Podcast 595 – Suffering from Allergies

Allergies are no fun, but this episode is! Learn how to talk about this medical condition in English. Download Podcast

Becoming an Explorer of Your Family History

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:31:00 +0000

Great-grandfather, Reynaldo Venegas,
with his grand-daughter and precious great-grand-daughter

VOANews: Becoming an Explorer of Your Family History

Genealogy gives people a better understanding of their family’s place in history. download MP3

Everyday Vocabulary: Gardening

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 07:01:00 +0000

JenniferESL: Everyday Vocabulary: Gardening

Reused Pacemakers May Aid Heart Care in Developing World

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 03:44:00 +0000

Reused Pacemakers May Aid Heart Care in Developing World

This is the VOA Special English Health Report, from http://voaspecialenglish.com/ http://facebook.com/voalearningenglish A pacemaker is a small device that doctors place in people with an abnormal heartbeat...Buying and implanting a pacemaker costs from five thousand to fifteen thousand dollars. But doctors at the University of Michigan think they know a way to lower that cost. The idea is to reuse pacemakers. (more)

Study Finds Improved Way to Treat COPD Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

noreply@blogger.com (Teacher Jennifer) — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 07:01:00 +0000

VOANews: Study Finds Improved Way to Treat COPD

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a life-threatening condition commonly caused by years of smoking. COPD is not curable but treatment can extend a patient's life. Doctors often treat it with steroids. Now, a study shows that low doses of the medicine given by mouth are equal to, or better than, a heavy dose administered into the blood. download MP3