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 […]
What You Need to Know About Senior Malnutrition
Is your loved one eating less or not eating many healthy foods? Malnutrition is a growing problem among seniors. As we grow older, certain factors such as limited mobility, forgetfulness, difficulty cooking, or loss of appetite can cause seniors to consume unhealthy foods or skip meals entirely. If you’re concerned about your aging parent or […]
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 […]
5 Key Nutrients Seniors May Be Missing
As we age, our bodies can become less efficient at absorbing key nutrients. Likewise, our appetites may decrease somewhat as we get older, causing older adults to miss out on important vitamins and minerals that boost our immune systems, strengthen bone density and help us to maintain a healthy weight. Remember, before taking any supplements, […]
How to Recognize and Prevent Senior Dehydration
As we enter the summer months, it’s more important than ever to recognize and prevent the symptoms of dehydration, especially in seniors. Chronic senior dehydration may lead to health risks such as urinary tract infections, impaired cognition, dizziness, falls, and in extreme cases, organ failure. Help your loved ones stay hydrated and happy with this […]
3 Strategies to Help Your Loved One with Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is one of the most common senior health issues, with approximately 37.5 million American adults experiencing some degree of hearing loss as they age. While certain devices are revolutionizing how hearing loss is treated, there are certain communication strategies you can adopt to help your loved ones with hearing loss. Body language matters […]
Top Summer Safety Tips for Seniors
Summer is almost here, which means the weather is heating up around the country. While this season is a great time to soak up the sun and enjoy the outdoors, the summer months may also pose serious health risks for seniors. Stay healthy and happy all summer long by following some of our top summer […]
5 Ways to Boost Brain Function and Live Longer
The brain is the most important organ in the body, but we all know that it can lose some of its sharpness as we age into retirement. The good news is that you can slow or even reverse these effects by challenging your brain with daily stimulation. Here are five ways to boost your brain […]
Living Longer with Physical Therapy
When it comes to maintaining or improving mobility as we age, the phrase “use it or lose it” is repeated often by health professionals. If you aren’t investing in safe, regular exercise you may be shaving a few years off your life. But there is hope for improving your ability to exercise and get around […]
