by Courtney Boatin | Mar 30, 2023 | Senior Health, Uncategorized
An essential ingredient in the recipe for a long and happy life is quality sleep. But many older adults find it more and more difficult to not only sleep well but sleep enough and resort to over-the-counter medications to help. But there are plenty of ways to...
by Courtney Boatin | Feb 7, 2023 | Senior Health
Seniors know staying physically fit is essential for successful aging, but the brain needs exercise too. Although researchers are still working on the benefits of brain games for seniors it can’t hurt to challenge that gray matter rather than letting it sit...
by Courtney Boatin | Jan 24, 2023 | Senior Health
Winter can be a real challenge for seniors, including the lower humidity which can wreak havoc on aging skin. When the furnace is keeping seniors warm it is also stripping the air and their bodies of moisture, making their already compromised skin even more...
by Courtney Boatin | Jan 10, 2023 | Senior Health, Uncategorized
New Year’s resolutions often go down the drain after a few weeks or months, but there are some that seniors can make that will be easier to keep because they will make life better and maybe even longer. Take a look at the possibilities for seniors in 2023! Resolutions...
by Courtney Boatin | Oct 18, 2022 | Senior Health
Nutrition for older adults is so critical as the body’s ability to absorb certain nutrients decreases and eating a balanced diet becomes even more essential. This is especially true for those who have chronic health conditions such as diabetes or heart disease....
by Courtney Boatin | May 10, 2022 | Senior Health
To improve mobility as we age we need to start with a few simple exercises. Maintaining mobility as we age is essential to health and independence. Being able to walk, climb stairs, and drive well, are obvious reasons to ramp up mobility. But senior mobility is also a...
