As we ring in the New Year, now is the perfect time to start fresh and establish healthy habits. Whether your goals are to eat better, get more exercise, or even learn a new skill, sticking to a resolution can improve your health and wellness beyond your retirement years. Here are four New Year’s resolutions […]
Tips for Visiting a Loved One in a Short-term Rehab Center
Following a hospital stay due to a surgery, illness, or injury, older adults often transition from the hospital to a short-term rehabilitation center to continue their recovery and regain strength before returning home. Having friends or family visit can help older adults in a short-term rehab center up stay uplifted and motivated throughout their recovery. […]
3 Reasons to Get an Early Start on the Assisted Living Search
Moving to an assisted living community can be one of the hardest decisions families make for an aging relative. As a result, some families delay having important conversations with loved ones, often waiting until a crisis arises to move into a senior living community. However, moving to an assisted living facility can also be one […]
5 Superfoods To Boost Brain Function
How does the food we eat affect our brain function? According to the Alzheimer’s Association, a diet rich in heart-healthy foods can make a large impact on senior health, preventing heart conditions while also boosting one’s memory and cognitive function. To potentially slow the effects of age-related memory impairment, try incorporating some of these heart-healthy […]
Summer Weather Safety Tips for Seniors
Summer is a time for backyard barbecues, lazy days at the beach, and road trips to see family and friends. But hot summer weather can also pose dangerous health risks and adults over age 65 are particularly vulnerable to heat-related conditions. That’s why we’ve compiled this guide to help you recognize and prevent common […]
How to Recognize and Prevent Senior Caregiver Burnout
Are you the sole caregiver of an older loved one? Caregivers often invest more than their time and energy into caring for seniors. Caregiving can be demanding physically, mentally, emotionally, and even financially, leading to stress and ultimately burnout. If you are the sole caregiver of a senior, it’s important to remember to care for […]
5 Natural Ways to Help Seniors Get More Sleep
A restful night’s sleep is good for anyone, but as we age, we can experience changes in our sleep patterns. Insomnia is a serious senior health issue, and is often caused by certain medications, anxiety and depression, stress, poor diet, and other health problems. Even a lack of sunlight can contribute to significant sleep problems […]
