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The Importance of Taking Care of Your Heart
Taking care of your heart should begin in your youth and continue throughout your lifetime. However, many people neglect heart health until they reach their senior years. Fortunately, it’s never too late to make lifestyle changes that will improve the health of your...
Beat the Winter Blues With These Tips!
As temperatures drop and snow begins to fall, it’s easy for seniors to fall prey to “winter blues,” leaving them feeling down and discouraged for no apparent reason. Cold winter weather has a way of dampening anyone’s spirit. Here are a few ideas to help you beat the...
How to Help a Loved One Who Wanders
Wandering is a common problem for seniors who have dementia. Wandering can make caregivers anxious about their loved one’s safety as they could easily have an accident or get lost. Knowing the warning signs and possible causes of wandering can help you protect loved...
Alzheimer’s Disease: Are There Symptoms?
Seniors 65 years or older are at greater risk for Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Early on warning signs, however, can occur as early as your 40s or 50s. Knowing what signs to look for can be helpful in determining if you're developing this condition. Here's what you need...
High Cholesterol Presents a Silent Threat
High cholesterol is one of the many health challenges seniors face in their golden years. Left unchecked, high cholesterol can lead to heart problems. As this condition presents no symptoms, it’s important for seniors to get tested regularly as recommended by their...
Are Immunizations Still Important As You Age?
As you age, immunizations can play an important part in your health and wellness program. Vaccinations serve as a preventative measure against serious diseases that can take a toll on your health. August has been designated “National Immunization Awareness Month” to...
Home Safety Tips for Seniors
Seniors planning to age in place may need to modify their homes to enhance safety and mobility. By assessing the home room by room, adult children can get a better idea of how to make their parents' home a safer, more comfortable place to live in their senior years....
September is Healthy Aging Month
As a senior, you have much to look forward to after retirement and time to do what you want to do most. By taking good care of yourself, there’s no reason you can’t enjoy an active, healthy lifestyle well into your golden years. September is “Healthy Aging Month,” the...
Benefits of Staying Socially Active as You Age
Staying socially active can enrich your life in your golden years. Retirement gives seniors more time to connect with family and friends and partake in the lifestyle they enjoy most. An active social life can make seniors feel younger, happier and more fulfilled. Here...
Summer Time Tips for Healthy Living
Summer’s a good time for seniors to take stock of their health and consider changes that will help them look and feel their best. Even small changes can enhance your health for the better. Cultivating healthy living habits will give you a healthier and happier outlook...