Friday, 8 January, 2010
New Year’s resolutions are often about improving health, but they’re rarely focused upon improving quality of life with fun activities. This year, seniors can focus on both with these top 10 resolutions for senior life and health. 1. Be social – attend parties, classes, and social … Continue reading →
Monday, 4 January, 2010
Seniors often hang onto the conception that they should take it easy when it comes to exercise to prevent injury. But, a recent study shows that exercising a little bit more vigorously can actually help protect them by strengthening their bones. A study that looked … Continue reading →
Friday, 1 January, 2010
Many seniors put off preventative care in the United States because of cost. Without adequate insurance, when paying out of pocket, any seemingly “unnecessary” expense is often one that’s to be avoided. However, preventative medical care can actually prevent future health complications which can result … Continue reading →
Monday, 28 December, 2009
For senior caregivers, particularly those caring for family members, it can be hard to know when a senior ailment is a more natural part of the aging process or when it’s something more serious. Caregivers often operate under two extremes; some worry about every little … Continue reading →
Wednesday, 23 December, 2009
With the holidays upon us, many are gearing up to celebrate the season, but some people, including seniors and caregivers are finding themselves suffering from a case of the holiday blues. For these individuals, it can be hard to recognize and focus on the joy … Continue reading →
Friday, 18 December, 2009
Only one in three caregivers admits to being comfortable talking to their loved one about incontinence. It’s an uncomfortable issue for both the seniors and caregivers involved. However, in order to ensure that seniors receive quality care, caregivers need to extend the olive branch and … Continue reading →
Monday, 14 December, 2009
Various studies have been conducted to determine if Tai Chi can be beneficial to elderly patients who suffer from the pain associated with osteoarthritis. After the studies were complete, the findings indicated that most patients will feel relief from their daily pain. The exercise is … Continue reading →
Friday, 11 December, 2009
While the senior care industry is already preparing and bracing itself for an increase in numbers of the senior demographic, a new study shows that there might be even more to worry about. According to this study, upcoming generations of seniors might face a greater … Continue reading →
Monday, 7 December, 2009
The RRSP is known for providing seniors with great resources and services, but in the past, their financial products underwent some scrutiny. Some seniors still avoid RRSP’s products because of the former reputation of the AARP, but more recently, they’ve taken great strides to make … Continue reading →
Monday, 30 November, 2009
Most seniors enjoy spending their retirement traveling. While planning a trip can be hectic, it is most rewarding in the end. More and more seniors are searching for a way to get a discount on their travel plans. This may seem out of reach, but … Continue reading →