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 …
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 …
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. Caring for Aging …
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 …
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. …
Who wouldn’t like to live a longer life? More importantly, who wouldn’t prefer to enjoy their sunset years in fine health and good spirits? Modifying your current lifestyle in relatively minor ways could greatly improve your future, so no matter what your current age, consider using the tips below to learn how to live longer. …