Christmas Gifts for Senior Citizens

It can be hard to find the perfect gift for all of the people we care about during the holiday season. If you are shopping for a senior citizen, it can be difficult to find something that they don’t already have. Many seniors will express that they have everything they need, and that could likely…

Helping Seniors Through The Holiday Season

The holiday season is a typically a time of great joy spent with family and friends. However, among the twinkling lights and the sweet treats, the holidays are often very stressful. If you care for a senior citizen, you are familiar with the difficulties of the holiday season. The following tips will make your senior…

Healthy Lifestyle Tips for Women Over 50

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so now is a great time to focus on women’s health, especially those over the age of 50.  50 is the year that many of us take a moment to look back on our lives so far, remembering the good times we have had and the many incredible…

Preparing Elders for Colder Weather

As the weather changes for a large majority of the country, cold weather is just a few short months away. Cold rain showers, heavy wet snow, and below freezing temperatures are inconvenient for all of us but these extreme weather conditions can have a major impact on senior citizens. Cold weather can cause major issues…

Fall Activities for Seniors

Fall is finally here, and now it is time to enjoy some fun seasonal activities! When the weather cools down, most people tend to become less active but is important to continue to get out and get moving at least a few times a week. An Apple a day Nothing says fall more than apple…

Benefits of Living in A Senior Community

A loss of independence is one of the most difficult parts of growing older, surpassed only by the loss of one’s partner. This loss means that living alone is a difficult prospect that many seniors must face, and many children worry about for their parents. Although it is completely understandable for a senior to want…

Reading Benefits for Seniors

Reading- it’s fundamental! Reading has always been a way of enriching your mind and escaping from the monotony of everyday life. It is also a great way to learn, exercise your mind, and escape into another world. Reading is important for those of all ages, but especially beneficial for seniors. Here are a few reasons…