Maintaining a regular exercise routine has many benefits at any age, but as we grow older, the positive effects of maintaining an active lifestyle increase greatly. Keeping a steady workout program can reduce illness, pain, and risk of injury. In addition to these benefits, people with an active lifestyle tend to have more energy and…
Category: Aging
Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease Everyone Should Be Aware Of
Everybody has forgetful moments now and again, especially as they age. Sometimes you can’t remember where you put your keys, or forget what you went upstairs to grab. These occurrences are a normal part of getting older, and just the human condition in general. Unfortunately, this can make it difficult to determine whether you or…
Benefits of Adult Day Care Services
Adult daycare often has a negative stigma associated with it. Many caregivers don’t want to enroll their loved one into adult daycare. They feel that it is degrading to their loved one. However, adult daycare comes with tremendous benefits for caregivers and senior citizens. On a long-term basis, it can be much more…
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…
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…
Summer Safety Tips for Seniors
With less than two weeks away from Summer’s official start, warmer weather, backyard barbecues, and dips in the pool are just around the corner. This is a great time to relax and enjoy the sun, but it is important to make safety a priority especially as the temperatures increase. Sunshine, as beautiful as it may…
Five Common Aging Myths
If you think that aging has to be a negative thing, think again! Recent studies have shown that a positive attitude toward getting older can contribute to a longer life span and better health. Read on to learn about some common aging myths, debunked: Getting older means becoming weak, frail and/or debilitated Regular exercise can…