A Commitment to Regular Exercise for Seniors Is a Commitment to Better Health
We are about to start a fresh new year, and we all realize what that means: time to declare your resolutions! If you are like most people, you’ll start with the best of intentions. But as time goes on and life gets busier, you might find your determination slipping away until you have lost your […]
Top Benefits of Exercise for a Family Member with Dementia
When a loved one has dementia and all of the obstacles that it comes with, family care providers need a toolbox filled with helpful techniques. Of all the creative strategies caregivers can use to help make life as safe, comfortable, and meaningful as possible, there is one extremely effective strategy that may be ignored: exercise. […]
New Year, New You: The Importance of Exercise for Seniors with Chronic Conditions
Although staying safe at home has become our new normal, that doesn’t mean we should spend our time stagnant in front of the TV! For senior loved ones, specifically those with chronic health conditions, maintaining an energetic lifestyle during the COVID-19 pandemic is a challenge that may seem insurmountable. Yet, research indicates the importance of […]
Get Moving! The Positive Effects of Exercise on the Brain for Seniors
We know how important it is to be active for our physical health; however, research is now revealing even more far-reaching health benefits – namely, a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and a slowed rate of cognitive decline in seniors. The reason behind the connection is not clear, but there are two main theories […]
Become More Flexible with These Exercises & Stretches for Seniors
It is a common belief that aging corresponds to diminished mobility and flexibility. While it’s correct that conditions such as osteoarthritis impact numerous seniors, it is likewise true that you can find practical measures that can be taken to guarantee optimum strength and stamina during your later years. One of the most effective ways to […]
Keep Joints Healthy With These Exercises for Seniors
Are you aware that for each and every pound of weight we lose, we alleviate four pounds of force from our knees, and as many as six pounds from our hips? This is definitely a great incentive for everyone to keep active, regardless of age! Most notably for seniors, however, who are susceptible to joint […]
Finding Positivity in Caregiving: New Year’s Resolutions for a Brighter New Year
“I’m going to clean the bathrooms more regularly.” “I’m going to force myself to run three miles every day.” “I’m going to eat more celery and less chocolate.” Do your New Year’s resolutions feel more like punishment than positivity? If so, resolve to make 2024 the year you set some goals you’ll look forward to […]
Strategies for COPD Caregivers to Help Loved Ones Breathe Easier
Coughing. Difficulty breathing. Wheezing. If you’re taking care of a family member with COPD, you know these symptoms all too well. The aim of COPD caregivers is to help the person live their highest possible quality of life, but it’s not easy. Despite the fact that there is presently no cure available for COPD, it […]
Understanding and Managing Anxiety Disorders in Seniors
Aging is accompanied by a host of common changes. Shifts in eating and sleeping habits, memory, and interests in certain activities are oftentimes linked to the natural process of growing older. Yet, these very changes can sometimes be indicative of a frequently overlooked and untreated condition in older adults: anxiety disorders. What Other Signs Could […]
Top Strategies to Improve Life With Diabetes
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and with more than 130 million Americans diagnosed with the disease, it is likely you know someone or perhaps even are part of this group. Whether you’re new to caring for someone with diabetes or a seasoned veteran, there’s always something new to learn to improve life with diabetes. These guidelines […]