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‘A Little Help From My Friends’: How Senior Living Communities Foster Social Connections

Posted by The Goodman Group on May 5, 2021

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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Topics: Fitness, Senior Living, Caregivers, Learning

The Power of Plants: How Houseplants Support Senior Mental Health

Posted by The Goodman Group on April 22, 2021

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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Topics: Fitness, Senior Living, Nutrition, Caregivers, Learning

Staying Strong At Home: Senior Exercise Ideas for Active Aging

Posted by The Goodman Group on March 25, 2021

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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Topics: Fitness, Senior Living, Caregivers, Learning

A Personal Trainer for the Mind: How Fit Minds Builds Cognitive Resilience for Seniors

Posted by The Goodman Group on February 17, 2021

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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Topics: Fitness, Senior Living, Memory Care, Learning

Rock Steady Boxing is Helping Tom E. Fight Back Against Parkinson's

Posted by The Goodman Group on January 26, 2021

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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Topics: Fitness, Parkinson's Disease

When to Consider Short-Term Care for Your Loved One

Posted by The Goodman Group on January 6, 2021

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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Topics: Fitness, Senior Living, Transitional Care, Caregivers

How Tai Chi for Seniors Can Improve Mind, Body, and Spirit

Posted by The Goodman Group on September 25, 2020

Flowing, graceful movements. Relaxed breathing. Lowered blood pressure. Elevated mood. Depression relief. A sense of peace. These have all been used to...

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Topics: Fitness, Spiritual

Active Aging: Exercising with Core Stix for Fall Prevention

Posted by The Goodman Group on January 3, 2018

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...

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Topics: Fitness, Nutrition

How to Help Your Parents Navigate Their Limitations

Posted by The Goodman Group on November 22, 2017

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...

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Topics: Fitness, Nutrition

Anti-Gravity Treadmills: Zero Impact Therapy for Seniors

Posted by The Goodman Group on October 27, 2017

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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Topics: Fitness