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The wheel was invented in this year.
What is 3,500 B.C.?
This unit measures the amount of electrical power a device uses when it is operating.
What is a watt?
This ancient writing system was used in Egypt for thousands of years.
What are hieroglyphics?
Known as the "King of Rock and Roll", this iconic musician transformed the landscape of American music with hits like “Heartbreak Hotel” and ”Jailhouse Rock”.
Who is Elvis Presley?
A program introduced in 1965 that provides health insurance for Americans aged 65 and older.
What is Medicare?
The modern printing press was invented in this year.
What is 1450?
These energy-efficient lights are known for their longevity and lower energy use compared to incandescent bulbs.
What are LED lights?
Invented in the 1830s by Samuel Morse, this system allowed for the transmission of messages over long distances, using a code of dots and dashes.
What is Morse Code?
This 1967 album by The Beatles is often rated as one of the greatest albums in music history, known for its innovative sounds, and recording techniques.
What is "Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band"?
These professionals provide medical care at home, performing tasks such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, wound care, injections, and monitoring vital signs.
What is a home health agency?
The Ford Model T was invented in this year.
What is 1908?
Invented by Thomas Edison, this was the first commercially practical type of electric light.
What is the incandescent light bulb?
Launched in 1973, this manufacturer created the first handheld mobile phone.
Who is Motorola?
This event, held in August 1969, is remembered as a pivotal moment in music history, symbolizing the peak of the 1960's counterculture movement.
What is Woodstock?
These professionals provide comprehensive and customized care services, including assistance with activities of daily living, transportation, companionship, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
What is a PCA? Also acceptable: Home Care
The LED Lamp was invented in this year.
What is 1963?
This term refers to lights that automatically turn on when motion is detected, improving safety by illuminating paths and reducing fall risks.
What are motion sensor lights?
This term describes the global system of interconnected computer networks that has become the primary platform for communication and information sharing since its public emergence in the 1990's.
What is the Internet?
This female Motown group, led by Diana Ross, became one of the best-selling girl groups of all time with hits like "Stop! In the Name of Love" and "Baby Love".
Who are the Supremes?
This service focuses on the care, comfort, and quality of life of a person who is approaching the end of life.
What is hospice?
The mobile phone was created in this year.
What is 1973?
This feature cuts off electricity to an outlet when a fault is detected to prevent electric shock.
What is a Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI)?
Introduced in 1992, this service allowed users to send and receive typed messages on their mobile devices, becoming a fundamental feature of modern communication.
What is SMS (Short Message Service) or texting?
Released in 1984 by country music artist Lee Greenwood, this patriotic song has become a staple at Fourth of July celebrations and political events, known for its chorus, "And I’m proud to be an American, where at least I know I’m free."
What is "God Bless the USA"?
This residential option commonly chosen by older adults provides round-the-clock medical care and assistance with activities of daily living for those who require ongoing supervision and support.
What is a group home. Also acceptable: independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing facilities.