May 2021 is Older Americans Month
May 2021 is Older Americans Month. Every May, the Administration [...]
Great Outdoor Activities For Seniors and Their Caregivers
When selecting an outdoor activity to do with your loved one this spring, focus on hobbies and interests that they used to enjoy and get creative with new options they might find fun and rewarding.
Could An Unhealthy Diet and Lack of Exercise Make Us Age Faster?
Researchers at Mayo Clinic believe there is a link between [...]
10 Healthy New Year’s Resolutions For Seniors and Older Adults
The American Geriatrics Society’s Health in Aging Foundation recommends these top 10 healthy New Year’s resolutions for older adults to help achieve your goal of becoming and staying healthy.
Happy Thanksgiving!
“Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we [...]
Respecting and Honoring Our Senior Citizens
Senior citizens have a lifetime of experience. They comprise a generation that has survived The Great Depression, World War II, Vietnam and The Great Recession. They have a lot to teach us about enduring change and handling life’s adversity.
Seniors Staying Safe During Winter Months
During the winter months, ice, snow and cold temperatures can make life challenging for anyone. Slippery sidewalks and cold weather can cause a wide range of injuries and illnesses, especially for senior citizens. Check out these tips for preventing common cold-weather dangers to seniors.
The Benefits of Exercise on Cognitive Ability in Seniors
Researchers have found that a single session of exercise improves cognitive functions and working memory in some older people. In experiments that included physical activity, brain scans, and working memory tests, the researchers also found that participants experienced the same cognitive benefits and improved memory from a single exercise session as they did from longer, regular exercise.
Advances In Anti-Aging Research
Given the opportunity to live much longer lives, many of us might feel hesitant. After all, you might think, who would want to live an extra 20 years dealing with arthritis, dementia or heart problems? But what if those years could be filled with youthful vigor – or at least middle-aged comfort?
The Keys To Healthy Aging
Coping with change can be difficult no matter how old you are. The particular challenge for older adults is the sheer number of changes and transitions that start to occur. This includes children moving away, the loss of parents, friends, and other loved ones, changes to or the end of your career, declining health, and even loss of independence. It’s natural to feel those losses. But if that sense of loss is balanced with positive ingredients, you have a formula for staying healthy as you age.