Although the benefits of daily meditation are widely documented, many experts believe that meditation offers older adults with an even broader range of mental, physical, and emotional health benefits. Meditation is an important aspect of many older adults’ busy, healthy lifestyles. A daily commitment to meditation can help older adults to enhance their mood, decrease…
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There are things people do every day that most of us take for granted. Things like getting dressed, bathing, eating, and the like. You can hear these tasks referred to as ADLs or activities of daily living, particularly when referring to retirement age adults who may be lacking in cognizance or the ability to do…
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We all lose part of the functionality we had when we were younger as we get older. Muscles get shorter and less elastic as we age, joints become weaker, and our range of motion decreases. Resistance training has been shown to reduce the impacts of age-related muscle loss, as well as the consequences of bone-related…
DetailsVolunteering is a great way for older adults who are retired to give back to the community as well as to stay fit and active. Volunteering can also enable older adults to socialize and have meaningful conversations with other people. If you or your loved ones want to gain a sense of purpose through volunteering…
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Older adults who have dementia are more vulnerable to elder abuse. Some of them might indeed be making false accusations that their family members are mistreating them. However, there are cases in which they are actually being abused. Due to their impaired memory, judgment, and communication skills, they are susceptible to abuse by caregivers. Elder…
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Zumba has become one of the most common exercise programs that is available to the masses. More importantly, it has begun to catch the interest of older adults as well. If you are considering signing up for a Zumba program, here is some information that might help you before your session. What Is Zumba? Surprisingly,…
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One of life’s basic joys is reading a book. In a world when screens are everywhere, it’s easy to lose sight of the pleasure of cuddling up with a good book. It’s also simple to miss the numerous benefits of reading. In addition to improving sleep, reducing stress, and other benefits, reading can also help…
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Do you have an aging loved one? If you spend significant time with them, you may notice they are appearing confused, restless, and/or have had mood swings lately. These may be sundowning symptoms. In patients with Alzheimer’s disease, more than 20% experience these symptoms. It can be a challenge to cope with Sundowner’s Syndrome. But,…
DetailsTaking care of your teeth is extremely important, as having bad oral health can significantly affect the rest of your body. Older adults tend to face a myriad of health issues that can contribute to dental problems or can be exacerbated by bad oral health. Thus, it is crucial for you or your loved ones…
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Managing finances is important for older adults. Saving money can mean different things for different people. It can be for the long or short term. It can be at home or outside. It can be adding an income or cutting on costs. Whichever way works for you, read on to learn about some tips to…
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