As the Beatles said, each of us needs to “get by with a little help from my friends.” However, as we age, it can become increasingly difficult to maintain...
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‘A Little Help From My Friends’: How Senior Living Communities Foster Social Connections
Topics: Fitness, Senior Living, Caregivers, Learning
The Power of Plants: How Houseplants Support Senior Mental Health
Houseplants offer a multitude of physical and psychological health benefits in addition to being a fun way to bring a splash of green and a bit of the outdoors...
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Staying Strong At Home: Senior Exercise Ideas for Active Aging
Recently, many people experienced long periods of time at home, making it a challenge to remain as active as they normally like to be. This difference in...
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A Personal Trainer for the Mind: How Fit Minds Builds Cognitive Resilience for Seniors
Most people understand that to stay physically fit, you need to follow specific health guidelines: eat nutritious food, strengthen your muscles, and do cardio...
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Rock Steady Boxing is Helping Tom E. Fight Back Against Parkinson's
Tom and Pat E. loved to travel. Retirement left them with plenty of time to do the things they'd put on hold during their working lives. A former Ear, Nose and...
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When to Consider Short-Term Care for Your Loved One
Deciding on the proper care pathway can feel overwhelming when a loved one needs more care than you know you can provide. Many people mistakenly assume that...
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How Tai Chi for Seniors Can Improve Mind, Body, and Spirit
Flowing, graceful movements. Relaxed breathing. Lowered blood pressure. Elevated mood. Depression relief. A sense of peace. These have all been used to...
Read MoreActive Aging: Exercising with Core Stix for Fall Prevention
Exercising is an important part of active aging, but some equipment, although all built for safety, is not easy for seniors to use. Many aging adults need more...
Read MoreHow to Help Your Parents Navigate Their Limitations
You would think that the longer we live, the easier life would get. Unfortunately, as we age, we are faced with the fact that we can’t do everything we once...
Read MoreAnti-Gravity Treadmills: Zero Impact Therapy for Seniors
Anti-gravity treadmills are changing the way clinics, rehabilitation and wellness centers are providing therapy to people with mobility issues, especially...
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