Depression as a Senior

When an older individual has untreated depression, they might lose interest in activities that they previously held interest in, retreat from social interaction, and physical activities. Thus, eventually leading to loss of function. While depression and sadness might seem to go hand and hand, some depressed seniors claim not to feel sad. Instead, they complain […]

National Stroke Awareness

Stroke awareness is essential for everyone, especially seniors. There are ways to focus on prevention care. There are five categories you can improve upon to go down the road of a healthy lifestyle. Options to advance upon include… Healthy diet: Eating high fiber and low sodium foods such as berries, melons, green leafy vegetables, brown […]

Summer Safety Tips for Seniors

Summer is officially here! While it’s great for activities such as the beach and camping, it’s not always the best to maintain optimal health. Now, there are certain summer safety tips that seniors can take to stay perfectly healthy. Just think about the following… Avoiding Dehydration: It is important to stay hydrated, especially while outside […]

Summer Cooking for Seniors

We are smack in the middle of summer and it’s extremely hot! Most people won’t want to turn on the oven, but there are so many foods that are easy to make. Plus, it’s important to stay hydrated and you can accomplish this with more than just beverages. So, that’s exactly why we’re going to […]

Summer Activities for Seniors

Summer activities for seniors can be a bit different from other people’s summer time fun. However, it can still be quite an enjoyable season! Here are some recommendations that you can try for yourself or with loved ones… 1. Water Based Activities: Swimming and water aerobics can help you beat the heat while staying fit. […]