The new year is upon us, and however you decide to welcome in 2019, do it with open arms. The end of one year and the beginning of a new one always gives us an opportunity to hit the reset button on goals we hoped to achieve this past year but were not able to.
Keeping Active as We Age
Keeping movement going on a daily basis can get harder as people age. Small tasks like stretching, getting out of bed, walking stairs, navigating home life, working in the yard – many of us are not able to perform these activities as efficiently or easily as we get older. But with the right exercises, you can
Eating and Aging Well
It’s never to late to develop great eating habits. In fact, it matters more than ever for Seniors. Starting later in life is still great for your health. Making the commitment to eat and age well will also make you feel better and most likely result in better doctor’s visits. Developing a few good habits now,
Game Shows and Seniors
Watching game shows on TV has always been a fun household activity for many. The Senior population especially. Studies have shown that TV viewing does increase after age 55 – although all media usage, including television, decreases among the oldest members of society, those over age 84. It seems that for the younger old, at least,
Welcome to June!
Welcome to June – here are ideas to stay busy while indoors staying cool this summer. Grab a new book Summer is a great time to start a new book. Or, a nice alternative to reading is to consider audio books. Local libraries usually have multiple options of Books on Tape or CD’s or there
Let’s Get Creative and Keep our Minds Fresh
Many studies have looked at the benefits of a number of various creative and artistic activities for seniors. It’s been shown that engaging in a creative hobby helps reduce the risk of dementia and preserve memory. Painting and drawing would obviously make use of one’s imagination allowing to create vivid images of houses, people, and
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