Eating healthy in your golden years is just as important. You might even want to change your lifestyle a bit and try vegetarian. There are many benefits to not eating meats. Now, some individuals might be concerned about getting the proper nutrients, but there are many ways to accomplish this such as… Including protein in […]
We’ve been out of the loop for a while now, but we’re ready to educate you once again! Let’s start by discussing medication safety for seniors. Now, there are a few quite a few at home ways to have the best management, and tose tips include… Make sure medication is properly stored: In general, medication should […]
February is all about heart awareness month. It’s especially important to keep this in mind for seniors. Cardiovascular health can be risky when not tended to properly. As seniors age, there are certain risk factors that can set off red flags like elevated blood pressure. It might be beneficial to have an at home machine, […]
Adopt a grandparent is a fantastic way to help a senior citizen not feel lonely. Whether it’s done in person or virtually, it can really help bring a smile to their faces. Seniors can be seen as a vulnerable group within our society that at times, is taken for granted. This might lead to solitude, […]
January awareness is all about Glaucoma Awareness Month, along with Blood Donor Awareness Month. It is an important time to spread the word about this sight stealing disease. Now, here are some ways you can help to raise awareness: Talk to friends and family about glaucoma. If you have glaucoma, don’t keep it a secret. Let your […]
As we enter 2022, it’s definitely the time of year to institute your resolutions or intentions. Here are some ideas, if you want to implement them for yourself… 1) Eat more nutrient-dense foods: You need fewer calories with aging, but just as many nutrients. Eat more nutrient rich fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, […]
New Year’s is coming up within a matter of days, woohoo! Don’t worry, there’s still plenty of time to come up with an amazing shindig. Here are a few suggestions to get ideas flowing… Host a Time-Period Party Choose a time-period from your past and use that as the basis for your New Year’s Eve […]
Dance therapy is psychotherapeutic use of movement that can further the emotional, cognitive, physical, and social integration of seniors. Both music and movement stimulate the brain’s reward centers, with even some overlap. Together they increase the number of activated pleasure centers, which is excellent in helping to fight off depression in senior citizen. It can […]
Many individuals think that art such as painting and drawing are only hobbies. However, art therapy can be quite valuable for improving senior’s overall health. Art therapists will guide seniors using different art forms. This can actually address health imbalance by using expression and motion, thus restoring functions. Improved Cognitive Function: Art challenges seniors and […]
The holiday season isn’t just approaching, it’s officially here! It’s about being grateful, family, and of course meals. Plus, you can add in Thanksgiving activity time. Here are some suggestions to implement next week… Play a Thanksgiving Themed Dinner Game Participants will need to sit in a circle when playing. One player starts the game […]