Unlocking the Power of Your Brain: Memory-Boosting Tips
As we age, it’s important to prioritize brain health just as much as physical health. In fact, studies have shown that maintaining brain health can help prevent or delay the onset of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The brain is responsible for controlling all bodily functions and activities. As we age, there’s an […]
Senior Nutrition: Nourishing Your Body for Energy and Vitality
As we age, the importance of nutrition becomes increasingly vital for maintaining overall health and well-being. A well-balanced diet tailored to the specific needs of seniors can play a significant role in promoting energy, vitality, and longevity. There are many things that you can do to promote overall wellness for your body, most of them […]
Boost Your Health with 500 Steps
As we age, staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle becomes increasingly important. One way to do this is by walking more. In fact, research suggests that taking just 500 extra steps per day can have a significant impact on senior health. Health Benefits of Walking Walking is a low-impact form of exercise that can […]
Six Morning Exercises for Seniors
We all know that exercise is important for our bodies to stay healthy and happy, especially as we age. However, finding a good exercise routine that is gentle enough for seniors, but keeps your body healthy and moving, can be a real challenge. Below are six morning exercises for seniors that are easy to mix […]
National Senior Health & Wellness Day
May 25 is National Senior Health & Wellness Day! OK, we’ll be honest. You probably are unable to do everything you could in your youth. However, most seniors can do something to maintain their health & fitness; often, more than you might think! As a part of Senior LIFE’s missions, the program promotes safe, regular […]
5 Healthy Eating Tips for Seniors
March is national nutrition month, and it is the perfect time to focus on healthy eating and do away with bad habits that were picked up over the holidays. It’s important for everyone, no matter the age, to think about nutrition and the healthy habits that they are creating. It’s especially important for seniors to […]
How To Entertain Elderly Parents During The Holiday Season
This holiday season is going to look different for each family. But just because we are in the midst of a pandemic, doesn’t mean we can’t still enjoy the holidays as families. Some of us may be distanced, having dinners with only our households. Some of us may live around the corner from our family […]
Safety Tips for Seniors During COVID-19
Safety Tips for Seniors During COVID-19 COVID-19 cases on the rise again in the United States and the people at highest risk of COVID-19 are people aged 65 and older and people with underlying medical conditions. This could be a family member, a neighbor, a co-worker. We all know someone in this population. And we […]
What Are the Early Signs of Alzheimer’s?
The Alzheimer’s Association reports that Alzheimer’s disease (AD) affects more than five million people in the United States, but contrary to what many think, it is not an “old person’s disease.” Around five percent of victims have what is termed “early-onset AD,” meaning they receive a formal diagnosis while in their 40s or 50s. Alzheimer’s […]
5 Ways to Boost Brain Power and Memory
Many years ago, scientists determined that our brains lose agility, memory, and function when we age. For decades, this theory was taught as fact and accepted as normal for older adults. There was no effort to boost brainpower. This decline in cognitive abilities was simply allowed to progress without intervention. More recent studies have demonstrated […]
