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Have you ever noticed how getting some fresh air on a bright, sunny day can lift your spirits? It’s no coincidence. In fact, there are many benefits of being outdoors for seniors, from boosting your health to banishing boredom. Spending more time outside helps promote a more vibrant, active lifestyle, and it offers opportunities to …
Read MoreGetting behind the wheel may still give you the same thrill it did when you were a teenager learning to drive, or it may be little more than a necessity that allows you to travel freely from point A to point B. Either way, as you age, your may find yourself curious about safe driving …
Read MoreCountless research studies have shown the benefits of physical activities for helping seniors enjoy a more active and healthier life. If you’re like most people, you probably think of physical activity as walking, biking, swimming or other types of aerobic exercise. But it also includes gardening. While you may already know the benefits of most …
Read MoreAccording to the National Institutes of Health, 795,000 strokes occur every year in the United States. And the risk factor for having a stroke doubles every 10 years after age 55. To help reduce your risk of stroke, this blog post will show you how to identify a stroke and offer stroke prevention tips. Act …
Read MoreAccording to her biographer, Anglo-Irish novelist Elizabeth Bowen said of aging, “I think the main thing, don’t you, is to keep the show on the road.” Sometimes, the best way to keep the show on the road is with some help. If the natural aging process, declining memory, or even short-term setbacks like illness are …
Read MoreSinging birds and warm summer breezes make the great outdoors almost irresistible after a long winter. So grab your sunscreen, sun hat, beach towel, or gardening trowel and head out into the sunshine for some warm-weather fun. Here’s a list of enjoyable summer activities for seniors: 1. Head for the Beach A classic summer activity, …
Read MoreRetirement means stepping away from the workforce and not having to keep such a busy schedule of obligations. But that doesn’t mean your schedule should no longer be busy. Now, you can keep your calendar filled with activities you want to do, rather than ones you have to do. That’s a true reward after so …
Read MoreIncreased isolation is a common problem for older adults. And it doesn’t just lead to feelings of loneliness and possibly depression. The effects of isolation to your physical health are well documented. But there’s a solution that can bring a surprising amount of joy to your life – getting an animal companion! Bringing more life …
Read More“Never let the brain idle. ‘An idle mind is the devil’s workshop.’ And the devil’s name is Alzheimer’s.” Comedian George Carlin may not be the first source that comes to mind when you’re seeking sound advice for retirement. Even so, his interpretation of a familiar saying about idle minds is filled with wisdom. You may …
Read MoreSince you learned to ride a bike, you probably haven’t given your sense of balance a whole lot of thought. As a young, active senior, you may not even think you have much reason to think about it now — at least not immediately. The fact is, your balance is one of life’s full circles. …
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