March is Mental Health Awareness Month, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), mental health disorders affect about 20% of older adults in the…
Heart-Healthy Habits for Seniors
February is American Heart Month, and there’s no better time to ensure that you are taking the necessary precautions to ensure that your heart remains healthy!…
Adapting Activities for People With Alzheimer’s Disease
Doing things we enjoy gives us pleasure and adds meaning to our lives. People with Alzheimer’s disease need to be active and do things they enjoy. However, it’s not…
Feeling Lonely? 7 Ways to Connect Without Technology
If you’re feeling lonely these days, you’re not alone. Isolation is a big concern for older adults. Nearly a quarter of adults age 65 and…
Activities For Keeping Seniors With Dementia or Alzheimer’s Busy
Someone with dementia (or Alzheimer’s) may withdraw from social activities causing them to get restless and you may notice agitation through fidgety hands. It’s very…
Surprising Things That Affect Your Balance
Feel a little wobbly sometimes? Sneaky, age-related balance changes start in midlife — earlier than medical experts used to think, recent research shows. That can mean grabbing stair…
