Lifestyle

Family celebrating
December 3rd, 2020

New Year’s Resolutions for Caregivers

As the New Year approaches once again, it may often bring a feeling of optimism, which is much needed given this challenging time. That’s a welcoming gift, especially for those of us caring for the elderly. To help maximize this optimism, we have gathered 13 New Year’s resolutions geared specifically toward caregivers. New Year’s Resolutions Read more >>

Couple Walking On Beach
July 20th, 2020

Tips for Making Summer Celebrations & Getaways Senior Friendly

The longer days of summer create multiple opportunities for get-togethers and trips with older family and friends. Here are some tips to make senior travel and summer events for aging adults more successful and less stressful. Outdoor Summer Safety Tips Talk with your senior to avoid surprises and to make sure summer festivities are enjoyable Read more >>

man walking sticks
April 30th, 2020

5 Ways to Make the Most of Retirement Living

Retirement isn’t simply an end to your working life, it’s a new beginning for a different phase of life. You’ve earned this time, and we compiled this list of five ways to get the most from retirement living. 1. Maintain or Start a Healthy Diet A major part of aging well is eating well. With Read more >>

Man and Woman Buying Vegetables
March 22nd, 2020

Lifestyle Changes to Help You Age Well

Eating well and staying active is important at any age, and for adults over 60, even small improvements can have a big impact on quality of life and life expectancy. A substantial body of research shows that consuming foods high in nutrients and following a consistent exercise plan improves our ability to retain mobility and Read more >>

Couple Walking On Beach
July 11th, 2019

5 Senior Summer Safety & Health Issues

Our activity levels often increase with the temperature. In the summer months, we’re all eager to be more active and to make the most of those extra minutes of day light. As we age, though, our ability to deal effectively with the heat changes, and often in ways we don’t notice day to day. That’s Read more >>

Elderly man and woman sitting on bench
June 1st, 2019

Caring for Seniors: Recognizing Signs of Elder Abuse

Caring for Seniors: Recognizing Signs of Elder Abuse It’s something we don’t want to think about: elder abuse and neglect. If we have aging parents, we can’t ignore it. About one in 10 people aged 60 and older experience physical or emotional abuse or neglect, according to the National Center on Elder Abuse. The incidence Read more >>

Family walking in the park
April 9th, 2019

Your Earth Day Activities Guide for Older Adults

Every April 22 since 1970, Americans have observed Earth Day. The largest secular observance in the world, the day serves to engage the public in environmental activities and advocacy. Ideas for Older Adults to Observe Earth Day, Have Fun and Do Good 1. Create a plastic reduction plan Commit to doing your part to reduce Read more >>

Family at the holidays
December 6th, 2018

How to Buy Gifts for Seniors or Older Loved Ones: A Holiday Gift Guide

Looking for the perfect gift for older parents, grandparents, or other special seniors in your life? Many of the latest gizmos and gadgets dominating holiday advertisements do not make most seniors’ wish lists. “Be mindful about what works for the seniors within their abilities – not whether or not it’s a cool idea from a Read more >>

Senior couple traveling
November 12th, 2018

Hit the Road! Travel Bucket List Ideas for Older People

Many of us spent our younger years dreaming of the days when we could travel anywhere we wanted any time. Why wait any longer? “I realized that waiting for the right time to travel might never come, so I booked a ticket to Prague to experience the holiday markets this December. It’s been on the Read more >>

Family at cookout in summertime
September 12th, 2018

Seasonal Eating: Summer Recipes for Seniors

All anyone really wants to do during the summer is the warm weather activities, family events and travel. That’s why we collected these simple, delicious and sometimes even healthy recipes to help you take advantage of summer’s delicious bounty without breaking a sweat or missing any of the fun. Mains Tomato Pie From Jamie Dement, author of The Farmhouse Read more >>

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