Affecting 30 million individuals within the United States alone, osteoarthritis is a debilitating and painful condition that results due to the wearing away of cartilage, …Read More
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When Crafts Won’t Cut It: Enriching Activities for Older Men
March 21, 2020
For many older men, who’ve spent a lifetime on career, family, hobbies and interests, the concept of settling in for a day of crafting is, …Read More
Understanding Chronic Fatigue in Seniors
March 13, 2020
Feelings of exhaustion may seem like a common event for many of us. The alarm goes off too early, the busyness of everyday life is …Read More
The Importance of Preventing Social Isolation in the Elderly
February 28, 2020
Preventing social isolation in the elderly is an ever-increasing and extremely important endeavor. Up to 33% of all the elderly live alone, and for many …Read More
Healthy Eating Guidelines for Older Adults on a Budget
February 20, 2020
We know the importance of adhering to a healthy and balanced diet; however, knowing and doing are often worlds apart. For aging adults, it is …Read More
The Benefits of Meeting Daily Protein Requirements for Seniors
February 6, 2020
Pass the cheese, please! Recent scientific studies are showing the benefits of a protein-rich diet for the elderly, particularly during occasions of anxiety, for example, …Read More
Bathing Safety for Seniors Helps Decrease Fall Risk
January 30, 2020
Even though you may consider your bathroom to be a safe place where you are able to relax and unwind with a soothing bath or …Read More
Dementia Caregivers Help Improve Confidence in Loved Ones Through Reminiscence Therapy
January 17, 2020
Memories…every day we’re creating new ones, but there is something extremely heartwarming about revisiting those from long ago. And for seniors with Alzheimer’s or another …Read More
Get Moving! How Physical Activity Helps Seniors Maintain a Healthy Brain
January 8, 2020
We know how important it is to be active for our physical health, but studies are now showing many more far-reaching benefits – namely, a …Read More
New Year, New You: Healthy New Year’s Resolutions for Caregivers
December 20, 2019
We either love them or hate them, but no matter what our stance on New Year’s resolutions, there is something wonderfully refreshing about stepping into …Read More