What to Know About the Risk Factors for Heart Disease
Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in this country. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in five Americans lose their life due to a cardiac-related condition each year. While some heart issues are the result of genetic risk factors, others are related to lifestyle choices. In […]
The Link Between Exercise, Activity and Aging
The health benefits of engaging in regular exercise and maintaining an active lifestyle are numerous. They range from lower blood pressure to decreased rates of diabetes. Sometimes, however, older adults worry that physical activity will increase their risk for experiencing a fall. It can cause them to limit or give up an active lifestyle, believing […]
Fall Activities to Enjoy with your Senior Loved Ones
Leaves are changing to beautiful yellow, orange, and red, the smell of campfires and cinnamon permeates the air, and the weather is perfect for your favorite flannel. Whether it’s at your local pumpkin patch or right in your backyard, Fall offers many leaf-crunching and apple cider-sipping activities to help keep you in touch with your […]
Enjoy Summer With These Fun Seasonal Activities
Summer is heating up and these warm months are the perfect time to explore and enjoy some of the attractions in your area! There are both indoor and outdoor attractions to keep in mind so there’s something fun to do, no matter the weather. Since some of these suggestions are free to the public, there’s […]
Eating Right for Better Brain Health
Most people know that eating a well-balanced diet is important to maintain overall health and fitness. Interestingly, what you eat can also affect your memory and cognitive function. Healthy eating can not only reduce your risk for diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension, but it can also aid in maintaining and even improving your memory, it […]
Learning About Assisted Living
Maintaining independence is an important priority for people as they age, and so is having the right resources on hand to help maintain their best quality of life. Is there a way to have the help one needs to still be as independent as possible? Yes, and it’s called assisted living. What is Assisted Living? […]
American Senior Communities’ THRIVE Program – Updated
As a leading senior lifestyle and care provider for nearly two decades, American Senior Communities is committed to offering a variety of options including maintenance free housing options while offering each resident the chance to personalize their lifestyle to be as active and involved as they desire. You’ll find this philosophy at the center of […]
4 Types of Physical Therapy and Health Promotion Programs for Seniors
When seniors are recovering from an illness, injury or surgery, taking part in a senior rehabilitation program is vital to restoring functionality, reducing pain and improving quality of life. Rehabilitation for seniors often includes a mix of physical, occupational and speech therapies all designed with the individual’s specific needs and abilities in mind. “The goal of […]
Safe Ways to Get More Exercise This Summer
Getting enough exercise is important for everyone, but especially for seniors. Getting regular exercise can reduce your risk of cardiovascular problems like heart attack and stroke, and exercise is also known to improve muscle tone, bone density and the strength of connective tissues. While the benefits of getting more physical activity are widely known, seniors […]
Staying Active – UPDATED
Getting plenty of physical activity is important no matter what time of year it is. Unfortunately, it can be tough to stick to a fitness routine when the weather or COVID-19 prevents you from doing some of your usual activities, like going to the gym. If you’re a senior who tends to fall into a […]