As the leading cause of injury among Americans aged 65 and up, falls are incredibly common among seniors–but they're also largely preventable. The Centers for...
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A Simple Fall Prevention Checklist to Support Your Loved One's Safety
Topics: Fitness, Senior Living
Soak Up the Sun! 7 Outdoor Activities for Seniors
Getting outdoors and enjoying some fresh air is good for the body, mind and soul. Our bodies need sunlight to produce vitamin D, a nutrient used to build and...
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Safety Considerations for Seniors Starting a New Exercise Program
No matter your age, stepping up your exercise regimen is a good idea. Physical activity strengthens your bones and muscles, builds stamina, keeps you flexible,...
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Rock Steady Boxing: Curt’s Journey [VIDEO]
The following is the story of Curt and his journey with Parkinson’s and getting involved with Rock Steady Boxing. This is the second of four blogs within the...
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Health Benefits of Chair Yoga for Seniors [Sample Exercise]
Editor’s note: This blog was published in February 2021 and updated with additional helpful resources in 2023.
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Water of Life: The Benefits of Aqua Therapy
Staying active is key to both physical and mental health. A wonderful way to keep your body moving is through aqua therapy.
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Expectations When A Loved One Moves to a Senior Living Community
Life is full of important transitions, and these major moments become more manageable when you understand what to expect. Like welcoming a newborn child,...
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Brain Exercises to Boost Cognitive Health and Memory Retention
Aging presents itself with a variety of opportunities for individual growth and continued development. Being a lifelong learner may just be the key to keeping...
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Benefits of Long-Term Pet Ownership for Slowing Cognitive Decline
Dogs are widely recognized as “man’s best friend,” and have been for a long time. In fact, that beloved title can be applied to many types of pets. Be it a...
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Senior Self Care Activities to Add to Your Daily Routine
“Self care” may bring to mind visions of lavish spa days or expensive trips to the mall. While these are avenues to show yourself love and care, there are...
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