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Five Tips for Seniors for Good Bone Health

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Millions of Americans age 65 and older suffer from a condition called osteoporosis, which weakens the bones and makes them more likely to fracture. As people age, their bones become more brittle, and fractures could lead to great pain, loss of mobility or force people into assisted living. Fractures can also require surgery, such as hip replacement, which can lead to additional complications. Maintaining bone health is also important because osteoporosis is a disease that sneaks up on people and often times has no symptoms until a fracture occurs. Adopting healthy personal habits is important for people to avoid having...

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5 Senior Home Remodeling Projects That Won’t Break the Bank

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Aging at home doesn’t have to be dangerous. Check out these senior home remodeling projects and see if one is right for you!

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Always Be Prepared: What To Do When A Natural Disaster Strikes

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Did you know that September is National Preparedness Month? Being prepared for any type of emergency or natural disaster is important for everyone, but is especially important for seniors. Because each senior’s needs are different, it is essential that each individual have a unique emergency plan that fits all of your needs. If an emergency or disaster occurred today, would you be ready? So, how can you prepare your loved one for an emergency? 1. Make an emergency kit This kit should contain basic essentials like food, water, a flashlight, a battery-powered or hand crank radio and a first aid...

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How Can I Age Healthier?

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It’s September. That means that this month is Healthy Aging Month, designed to help promote the positive aspects of growing older. Healthy Aging Month encourages individuals to take responsibility for their own physical, mental, social and financial health. Health is extremely important at any stage in life, but becomes even more essential as you begin to age. So, what can you do to take advantage of Healthy Aging Month? Head back to school. You are never done learning and, what better way to improve your mental health than expanding your knowledge? Take courses at a local college or university; you...

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Essential Exercises for Seniors

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For seniors, physical activity is essential. A regular exercise routine can help to boost your energy, relieve stress and manage symptoms of illness and pain. Being inactive can be extremely risky, making it hard to do even the simplest task. Your exercise doesn’t have to be a hassle—you don’t need to join a gym or buy any special equipment, everything you need to exercise can be found around the house. There are four main areas of exercise that seniors should focus on to stay healthy: 1. Cardio and Endurance For seniors, the best cardio and endurance exercises are swimming, walking and cycling....

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7 Activities You Can Do With A Parent This Summer

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Summer is a fun and exciting time—the sun is out, the kids are out of school and the days are longer. But, sometimes the summer heat and humidity can be overwhelming, making it hard to spend extended amounts of time outdoors. So, how can you and your family enjoy the summer with your aging parent without having to brave the extreme heat? Try one of these fun summer activities: Attend an outdoor concert. This is an extremely popular activity in the summer. Outdoor concerts usually take place later in the evenings when the heat and humidity have died down for...

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6 Unusual Ways to Beat the Heat

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Sometimes the summer heat can be unbearable. But, what do you do when you’ve tried everything to cool off? Try something new! 1. Eat to sweat. Some of the hottest places in the world have some of the spiciest, hottest cuisines. So, this summer, take a cue from these cultures. Incorporate spicy foods into your summer diet. While eating spicy foods, your internal temperature rises, your blood circulation increases and you begin sweating. Once the sweat evaporates, your body has cooled off. 2. Stay cool while sleeping. It is often difficult for people to sleep when the weather is hot. Put away the down...

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Senior Activities

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When you think of an activity night for seniors, bingo is always the first thought that comes to mind.  But did you know there are other great activities that seniors can do to improve happiness and build friendships?  Seniors activities are great for improving cognitive ability, building social interactions, and keeping active and healthy.  From dances to field trips, there are a wide range of great activities for seniors that can bring more laughter and fun into their lives.  Below we have listed some of our favorite activities for seniors. Dancing Noting keeps you youthgul and happy quite like dancing....

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Secrets To Living A Longer Life

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How can I live longer? It’s an age-old question that everyone asks themselves onetime or another in their lifetime.  Whether you have had a recent health scare or simply want to live a healthier life, there are plenty of things you can do live a longer life.  The great news is that you don’t need to make drastic changes to your life in order to live longer; rather, you can make small changes to the way you live each day which over time will make a huge impact on your life. Below are a few key tips that you can incorporate into your day-to-day...

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Is It Time To Take The Car Keys Away?

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One of the hardest discussions you will have with your  senior parents is to recommend they stop driving. Taking the keys away can be a  very traumatic event for them, because it means a loss of independence and  freedom. Unfortunately, many older  individuals continue to drive even after they realize they are less than capable. Even in the best of circumstances and at any age, driving can be a demanding, mentally exhaustive experience! Your vision, dexterity, hearing and reflexes have to be keen. Drivers over 75 have the second-highest rate, after teenagers, of fatal crashes per mile driven, according to Federal...

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