Top New Year’s Resolutions for a Happy, Healthy 2017
Towards the end of every December, those of all ages reflect on the year they’re leaving behind and start focusing on the future. January really is a great time to set some New Year’s goals in an attempt to better yourself in one way or another. The hectic holiday season has come to a close, […]
Avoiding Senior Scams this Holiday Season
The holiday season is upon us, and while it’s a time for joy and cheer with families and friends, it’s also, sadly, a time for seniors to fall victim to scams. It’s a busy time of year for everyone, with activities like shopping, baking, wrapping gifts and traveling filling schedules. And, you can be certain […]
6 Tips for Dealing with Insomnia in the Elderly
One of the most common misconceptions about aging is that the older we get, the less sleep we need. Unlike a newborn baby who requires around 16 hours of sleep throughout a 24-hour cycle, adults need anywhere from seven to nine hours of quality sleep each night. This number does not change for seniors, even […]
Happy Veterans Day 2016
Veterans Day is held every year on November 11, no matter what day of the week it falls on. Not to be confused with Memorial Day, which is held in May and honors the nation’s fallen veterans, Veterans Day is the day set aside to thank and honor all those who served honorably in the […]
Building Relationships in Your Later Years
Making friends and building relationships as a child and young adult was fairly simple. You had opportunities to meet new people at school and through extracurricular activities, and then later in the workplace. As you raised your family, you met other parents and neighbors as your children all played and grew up together. However, as […]
Fall in Indiana: Top Fall Foliage Destinations
Fall is an amazing time of year in the Hoosier State. As the air cools down, we start digging out comfortable sweaters and favorite flannels from the depths of ours closets, ready to relax with some hot cider or pumpkin-flavored treats. The fall colors in Indiana are truly a sight to behold. Dazzling crimsons, sparkling […]
The Benefits of Social Activities for Seniors
Social wellness is one of the eight dimensions of wellness, and maintaining healthy relationships as you age has a significant impact all the other dimensions. Socially active seniors are more physically fit and suffer less falls, plus they have better cognitive function and feel better emotionally. In fact, seniors who continue to build relationships […]
How to Reduce Lower Back Pain with Exercise
As we age, our bodies start to go through some physical changes. We lose muscle mass and flexibility, and some of us start to deal with pain from certain chronic conditions, such as osteoporosis or arthritis. One of the most common ailments older adults suffer from is lower back pain, and this is due to […]
The 2016 Indiana State Fair
Each August, the Indiana State Fair takes place for 17 days at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis. Next to the Indy 500, it’s one of the top events in the area, dating all the way back to 1852 when the first fair was held. 2016 marks an exciting and momentous year for the state […]
Why Walking is Beneficial for Seniors
Long ago, walking was basically the only form of transportation humans had. Going from one place to the next meant using our own two feet to get there, but luckily, our bodies are designed for walking. As time passed, we found new ways to get around a bit more quickly, from horses and bicycles to […]