One of the many health threats seniors face is that of type 2 diabetes and the dangers it poses. While many may chalk it up as just a part of getting older, the truth is type 2...
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Positivity: How it Might Be the Key to a Better Life
Being positive is important to a healthy mind and body but our ability to stay positive is undermined by a natural inclination toward negativity. However, understanding the...
6 Top Tech Tips to Keep Seniors Connected and Safe
Staying connected is essential to aging well, but it can also be a daunting undertaking for seniors who aren’t tech-savvy. Smartphones, Zoom calls, passwords, scams and identity...
5 Ways to Boost Mental Health in Seniors
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and a good time to better understand and protect mental health in seniors and their wellbeing. Seniors have many threats that can undermine...
How to Maximize Nutrition and Keep Weight in Check
Eating well and maintaining a healthy weight may seem mutually exclusive. Whether you want to lose weight or gain a few pounds, the choices at the grocery store can pose a...
Tips for Staying Active, Healthy and Safe All Winter Long
Winter can make staying healthy, active and safe a real challenge for seniors, but a little diligence can pay off. Rather than hunkering down and waiting for spring, take these...
Elder Fraud: What to Know About Scams and Scammers
Scams - online, on the phone, through the mail, and in person - are at an all-time high, and seniors are one of the most targeted groups. According to the “Federal Bureau of...
“I Am Just So Tired” — Recognizing the Signs of Depression in Seniors
Spending time with a senior loved one can help keep them healthy and connected, but it also provides the opportunity to assess how they feel. When a senior says they’re always...
8 Ways an Independent Living Community Supports Your Lifestyle
What do you want out of retirement? The freedom to roam? Relief from all the responsibilities of owning a home? Time to pursue self-fulfillment? Exceptional services and...
Health Changes to Look for When Visiting Mom Over the Holidays
The holidays are a wonderful time to get together with family and friends, but they also offer an opportunity to assess the health and well-being of a senior loved one. This is...
Dementia: Understanding Sundown Syndrome
Dementia is a devastating diagnosis with many implications, not the least of which is a condition known as sundown syndrome. Also called sundowning or sundowner’s syndrome this...
What to Do When Aging Parents Struggle with Meals
It may not be obvious but many seniors find eating regular nutritious meals more and more difficult as they age. Not only is it harder for older adults to shop, carry and put...
