You’ve spent nearly a lifetime accumulating memories and knowledge. Now that you’ve entered your golden years, have you considered how to preserve your family history? Throughout your life, you’ve given everything that you could to your family. One day, your children and grandchildren will laugh and smile as they swap stories about the treasured memories they … Read More →

Summer has officially ended, but that doesn’t mean you need to go into hibernation for the next few months. Although you may not appreciate the cooler weather or shorter days, fall ushers in so many wonderful things: pumpkin spice-flavored treats, brightly colored leaves, fall festivals, the holiday season. To make the most of this wonderful time … Read More →

Falling is a serious risk and concern for many seniors. A bad fall can result in a long-lasting injury, potentially forcing a hospital stay or a permanent move to a care facility. As you age, it’s important to recognize the changes that you need to make in your behavior and around your home to reduce … Read More →

Have you noticed that things slip your mind more and more often as you age? Everyone forgets things once in awhile. Maybe you walked into a room and forgot why you were there, or perhaps you missed a meeting because it simply slipped your mind. An occasional lapse in memory is normal, but as a … Read More →

Alzheimer’s affects an estimated 5.4 million Americans. And unfortunately, the Alzheimer’s Association expects that number to rise steadily in the coming years as baby boomers head into their 60s and 70s. Diagnosing Alzheimer’s as soon as possible can help those affected receive the maximum benefits from available treatments and give them (and their loved ones) more time to plan for the … Read More →

With the 2016 Summer Olympics currently in progress in Rio de Janeiro (August 5-21, 2016), get into the spirit at your retirement community with some Olympic party games for seniors. You won’t need to run 400-meter dashes or train to beat Michael Phelps in the pool. Simply use the ideas below to create a fun-filled day … Read More →

No one is perfect. Everyone could do something (or many things) to strengthen their bonds with loved ones, whether they’re a child, a parent, a grandparent, a sibling, a friend, or some combination of these important roles. Grandparents have the benefit of experience; after many years spent raising their own children, they understand what young people … Read More →

At some point in life, strange though it may seem, the caregiving role typically shifts from parent to child. The adjustment can be difficult for numerous reasons, but it may also improve your bond with your mother or father. If you’re caring for aging parents, use the tips below for help and encouragement.

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Many aspects of life change with age. As the years go by, we gain wisdom and accomplish lifelong goals, but we also lose our youthful vigor and experience a general decline in health. To stay safe and healthy in our homes, we must adjust our surroundings to suit our abilities and concerns. For example, you may need to … Read More →

Achieving and maintaining good health is a lifelong journey. Some aspects of wellness stay the same throughout our lives (eating vegetables, exercising regularly), while others are introduced as we age (particular health screenings, preventing falls). But no matter what your age, chances are there are some things you could change in your life to improve your body and mind. … Read More →