Making Heart Health Choices
February 8th, 2019 | Senior Health
When it comes to health, there’s a lot of misleading or outdated information. You really don’t need a miracle diet; some magic beans, or snake oil to make an impact on your overall well-being. Many people think that taking medication will fix the problem…
7 Winter Safety Tips for Caring for Seniors and Those in Assisted Living When Bad Weather Hits
November 8th, 2018 | Senior Health
While senior care and safety are important year-round, winter time and cold weather present specific hazards to the elderly – especially those that need dementia care or Alzheimer’s care. Memory issues, forgetfulness, and advancing age are both special concerns, but more so after the…
Benefits Of Good Nutrition
July 1st, 2018 | Senior Health
Eat Well. Live Well.
When you were younger, your mother probably instilled the idea of drink your milk and eat your veggies. Well, we agree with mom – and that concept doesn’t change as you age. While your appetite may change, you still need to…
Tips for Staying Hydrated
June 1st, 2018 | Senior Health
Dehydration occurs when the body doesn’t have enough water to carry out its normal functions. Water keeps our body moving! The need to stay hydrated as we age is critical – and hydration can be simple.
What does dehydration do to our bodies?
Early stages of dehydration…
Staying Independent in Senior Living
May 1st, 2018 | Senior Health
Moving into a senior living community doesn’t mean giving up your independence. There are many ways you can remain in control and retain your sense of self.
Get Involved
Senior living communities offer a wide variety of engaging activities. By getting involved, you can meet new people,…
Listen Hear: It’s Time to Think About Audiology and Your Hearing
October 30th, 2017 | Senior Health
Some seniors don't realize how much hearing loss affects them and the people around them. Others avoid treating their hearing loss because they think hearing aids may be uncomfortable, noisy, or ugly — a misperception that comes from witnessing older devices their parents or…