Feeling “young at heart” is more than just a saying. It’s a powerful mindset that can actually impact our health and wellbeing as we get older. Studies have found that seniors who feel younger than their actual age may even live longer compared with those who feel their age! By adopting healthy habits and an […]
How Do Social Connections Support Healthy Aging?
Most of us know that regular exercise and eating a well-balanced diet are important for our overall health and wellness as we get older. But research is revealing that there’s another essential factor that influences healthy aging: our social connections. Having social support from family and friends is related to higher self-esteem, better mental health, […]
3 Easy Ways to Make New Friends in a Retirement Community
Moving to a retirement community? Follow these tips to settle in and make new friends in independent living. […]
Staying Fit While Staying at Home
Physical activity is a key part of a healthy lifestyle, helping us maintain our energy, mobility, and independence as we get older. […]
Back to School at 65: How Lifelong Learning Leads to Healthy Aging
You don’t have to dig very deep in the news to read that staying active and keeping your brain sharp can help improve our mental and physical health as we age. Many seniors in retirement communities are accomplishing both through lifelong learning. Our retirement years can take on richer meaning when we engage in lifelong […]
