Sure, you expected to spend your retirement years traveling with your spouse of 40+ years. But life intervened and now you’ve found yourself alone. Whether you’re single due to the loss of a spouse or because of a divorce, it can be overwhelming putting yourself “out there” when you’re ready to begin dating. Here are […]
About Kerry Phillips
Kerry Phillips has been involved in the 50+ industry for over a decade. She is an account manager with The Ehlers Group, an award-winning strategic marketing and communications company specializing in luxury senior housing. Kerry is a graduate of Florida A&M University and holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism with a concentration in public relations. In her free time she enjoys reading, running and crime TV shows.
Stay Young – Mentally & Physically – With Exercise
Sure, exercise keeps you looking good physically, but did you know it can also keep your brain looking young? A new study published in the journal, “Neurology”, measured the cognitive abilities of nearly 1,000 older adults—average age 71—and found that the brains of those who exercised moderately looked 10 years younger than those who did […]
June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month
June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month, designed to bring attention to the wonderful health benefits of daily produce consumption. And, with many fruits and vegetables available practically year-round, it’s very convenient to indulge in fresh produce. The American Heart Association recommends adults consume eight or more servings of fruits and vegetables every day, […]
Get Moving for National Senior Health & Fitness Day on May 31
National Senior Health and Fitness Day is the nation’s largest annual health promotion event for older adults and is celebrated on the last Wednesday in May. This year, the date is May 31st and the theme is “With Movement, There’s Improvement!”. Older adults—regardless of age—are encouraged to participate in NSHFD events being held at more […]
Balanced Nutrition Tied to Successful Aging
Good nutrition for older adults is especially important. As we age, our bodies process food differently. This in turn can affect our dietary needs, appetite and even how food tastes. Although there may be a natural decline in one’s appetite during aging, maintaining a well-balanced diet is key to successful aging and overall health and […]
Giving Back Tied to Longevity & Other Health Benefits
By now, you’ve made New Year’s resolutions—or broken them—promising to be a better person. You’ll workout more and eat a more balance diet. Why not consider resolving to give of your time and talents. You’ll be assisting others while helping yourself to better health. Research shows that in addition to volunteers providing a wealth of […]
Home Safety Checks – Key to Fall Prevention
“An ounce of prevention is worth a ton of cure.” – This adage can be applied to home safety as well. Older adults, especially, are vulnerable to serious injuries from home accidents. A simple fall can often have devastating consequences including death. June is National Safety Month, an annual observance developed by the National Safety Council […]
Blaze a Trail this Older Americans Month
Older Americans have been officially honored for their contributions to our nation since 1963 when President John F. Kennedy designated May as Senior Citizens Month. Since then, the name has been changed to Older Americans Month, but its purpose remains the same. This year’s theme is “Blaze a Trail”, emphasizing the ways older adults are […]
Medication Management: Key to Safety
Advances in medicine and early diagnosis have allowed Americans to lead longer and more productive lives. High blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma and other chronic diseases can now be more easily managed by medications. According to research, most people 65 years and older have at least one chronic health condition and are likely to take multiple […]
Eyes Are Windows to the Soul: Protect Your Vision
“Save Your Vision” month, observed in March, is dedicating to raising awareness about protecting one’s vision and obtaining quality vision care. Experts predict that by 2030, rates of vision loss will double along with the country’s aging population. The four leading eye diseases affecting older Americans are age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma. […]