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How Can Older Adults Make Friends? 5 Ways Seniors Are Meeting New People
Socialization is essential for mental health, and it may even offer physical health benefits among older adults. Seniors meeting new people and remaining socially active decreases the likelihood of them developing dementia, obesity, high blood pressure, and other health risks. Continue Reading How Can Older Adults Make Friends? 5 Ways Seniors Are Meeting New People
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How Does Very Hot Weather Affect the Elderly?
High temperatures can make life uncomfortable and inconvenient for everyone, but older adults are at risk of serious health complications from extreme heat. How does hot weather affect the elderly? Here’s what you need to know about heat-related illnesses and how to prevent them. Continue Reading How Does Very Hot Weather Affect the Elderly?
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The Benefits of Intergenerational Programs for Older Adults
Residential communities for older adults have started to embrace intergenerational programming. Researchers have found that getting older people and younger people together helps both groups develop better self-esteem and a positive outlook on life. What are the other benefits of intergenerational programs? Here’s everything you need to know to motivate you to nurture cross-generational connections.…
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Home Workouts for Seniors To Increase Strength, Flexibility, and Balance
Exercise is important at every stage of life, but it can be challenging to maintain your fitness level as you age, especially if you’re recovering from an injury or living with a medical condition. Staying physically active and strong can increase energy, decrease illness, and improve mood, and you don’t have to join a gym…
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Best Dementia Exercises for Older Adults
Most people living with cognitive decline experience the symptoms and trajectory differently from one another. That’s why an individualized plan of care is critical to help your loved one live their best life while dealing with dementia. Continue Reading Best Dementia Exercises for Older Adults
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How To Help Prevent Arthritis as You Age
As you age, you may feel aches and pains in new places. If you’re worried about arthritis, talk to your healthcare provider about your risk factors, particularly if you have family members dealing with the condition. While there’s no cure for arthritis, there are some things you can do to help prevent it or keep……
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Arthritis Do’s and Don’ts
During Arthritis Awareness Month, learn more about how to navigate life with this common condition. More than 20% of adults in America live with arthritis pain. As an older adult, there are things you can do to manage arthritis so that it doesn’t dominate your life. Here are the do’s and don’ts of dealing with……
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Arthritis and Older Adults: Five Facts
May is Arthritis Awareness Month, and it’s an excellent time to explore this common health issue that impacts one in five adults in the U.S. Arthritis can cause chronic pain and is more prevalent in older adults. Here are five facts about arthritis to help you navigate and manage this health condition. 1. There Are……
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Health Benefits of Practicing Gratitude
Gratitude is more than a simple “thank you” muttered at the grocery store while paying the cashier. It’s a practice of holding a feeling of thankfulness in your everyday life. Taking the time to be intentionally grateful can improve your mental and physical health. Here’s what you need to know about the health benefits of…
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Your Guide to the MIND Diet
As an older adult, your body may require more nutrients to maintain bone density, muscle mass, and energy levels. You should also think about eating foods that help slow the rate of potential cognitive decline. One of the best nutrition plans for this purpose is the MIND diet. Here is a brief guide to the…
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