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4 Spring Activities for Seniors
If you are one of millions across the country who endured a harsh winter season, the warmth and beauty of spring is surely a welcome sight. In fact, the National Institute of Health says that, regardless of age or physical limitations, getting outside and taking in some fresh air and sunshine can improve cognitive function…
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3 Diseases That Are Particularly Dangerous for Seniors
As we age, we are at risk of increased vulnerability to certain types of diseases. Seniors need to stay educated about these illnesses so that they can be proactive in taking the steps necessary to reduce the likelihood of physical problems. Here are three of the most common diseases facing seniors: Heart Disease According to…
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4 Things You Can Do To Make Your Heart Healthier
Did you know that your heart beats over 100,000 times per day? Since the most important muscle in your body is working that hard for you, don’t you think you owe it a little TLC? Here are five things you can do to make your heart happy. Pay attention to your diet You’ve heard this…
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Tips For Making Healthy Food Choices As You Age
As you grow older you may find that, even though your diet has not changed, you are gaining weight or feeling sluggish. Part of this has to do with the fact that your metabolism slows as you age. This means that, while your body may require an increase in specific nutrients to keep things running…
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3 Tips To Help Sharpen Your Memory
As we age, it is important for us to do all we can to ensure that our brains stay healthy enough to help us preserve as many of life’s memories as possible. Regardless of your age, your brain is capable of remarkable feats. It can form new pathways for neurons to travel when old ones…
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5 Benefits of Being a Senior Citizen
Getting older is hardly something to look upon with fear and trepidation. In fact, retirement can offer people the extra time to do things they always wanted to do but never had time for – and a whole realm of perks and benefits to make them more enjoyable. Here are five of them: Stay Fit…
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Grieving the Loss of a Loved One With Alzheimer’s
Grieving the loss of a loved one who has been living with Alzheimer’s can be difficult. Often times, the grieving process begins long before a person passes away as we see their physical presence go unchanged while their inner-self unravels little by little. It is a type of grief that consists of multiple losses and intensifies over…
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Unpacking the True Costs of Home Maintenance
If you are a senior citizen trying to decide between downsizing to a smaller home and moving to a retirement community, you’ll want to be aware of the maintenance and repair costs associated with home ownership. When these additional expenses are figured into your overall budget, you may be surprised at how affordable senior living…
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Living Life Well in Your Retirement Years
There are many factors that go into choosing a retirement community. Everything from financial planning to healthcare, apartment preferences, staff personalities, dining options, amenities – the list goes on and on. While these are all important factors in making a final decision, one vital piece of the overall puzzle can often go overlooked: Will my…
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Loneliness and Isolation – Enemies of Good Health
As seniors age, they inevitably begin seeing friends and loved ones they have known for decades decline in health and, in some cases, pass away. It can be difficult to adjust to this new reality, and can have a negative impact on a person’s health. The negative effects of isolation In fact, Brigham Young University…