Tips for Connecting With Your Younger Loved Ones on Social Media
Social media can be a great way for families to keep in touch, no matter where they live or what their ages. Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat allow people to easily share photos and updates with followers. Don’t believe the myth that seniors aren’t tech savvy. Older adults are finding social media sites, especially Facebook, to […]
The Health Benefits of Taking a Daily Walk
Seniors often develop a fear of falling. For some, it is the result of already having suffered a fall. For others, it is because an older adult close to them has been seriously injured during a fall. Whatever the reasons, it’s not an unfounded fear. Falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries […]
Summer Reading List for Seniors
Reading is a popular pastime for many people, but few realize the health benefits it offers, especially for seniors. Protecting cognitive health and promoting better sleep are just two of the many reasons why curling up with a good book is great for your well-being. And what better way to enjoy your summer reading than […]
The Senior Gardener: Tips to Stay Safe in Your Indiana Garden
Spending time in a garden can boost the body, mind and spirit. This is especially true for older adults who live in climates like Indiana’s where winter often keeps people cooped up indoors. Even if you only have a small outdoor area, it’s still possible to plant and tend a garden. It can be as […]
6 Tips for Dealing With Insomnia in Older Adults
One of the most common misconceptions about aging is that the older we get, the less sleep we need. Sleep experts say that’s just not true. Adults need between seven and nine hours of quality sleep each night. And that number doesn’t change as we age. What does change, however, is the prevalence of insomnia […]
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 […]