Animal companions are a vital component of a happy, joyous life at any age. But as we grow in years, we may forget how immensely having the unconditional love of an animal friend can impact our lives. We may begin to focus on the physical and financial responsibility of caring for another life; not to […]
Employment Strategies for the Post-Retirement Years
Once you have passed through the bliss of those months just after retirement, shaking off stress, reconnecting with the grand kids, taking more walks…smelling the roses, it’s time to consider part-time work. I needed a supplemental income to my Social Security and IRA checks. After working in the insurance business for 40+ years, this was […]
Health Checkups for Women 65+
According to most medical guidelines, women over 50 are almost always at risk for some type of chronic health problem like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, impaired vision, or arthritis. Even for women who have kept impeccable health through balanced nutrition and regular exercise, need an annual health checkup. Women around the age of 65, even those with […]
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 […]
What is Diabetes?
Diabetes mellitus refers to having excess glucose (blood sugar) in your blood stream. While glucose is important, it acts as fuel for your muscles, tissues, and your brain, too much glucose can lead to serious health issues. High blood sugar is the result of your body not properly processing glucose. Diabetes is a generic term for […]
The Benefits of Pet Companionship for Seniors
Using animals to offset emotional and physical problems and to improve quality of life is known as animal-assisted therapy or pet therapy. Pet therapy is especially helpful for seniors who as a group commonly experience loneliness, depression, and various health issues. “We know from studies that interacting with pets can have a direct influence on […]
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. […]
7 Steps to Improve Your Digestion
We’re all aware of the fact that aging not only comes with a bunch of extra cleverness, but also with several health changes, including the way that one’s digestive processes are functioning. Medical statistics show that almost 40% of mature adults are struggling with at least one digestive symptom associated with aging each year. Read […]
5 Tasty Tips for Quick & Easy Energy
As the years go by time may seem to speed up, but you might be slowing down. If you’re feeling fatigued or sluggish and craving some healthy ways to re-energize your day, there are quick and simple ways to get supercharged foods into your diet. Here are 10 delicious ways to boost your energy and […]
Simple Steps for Seniors to Reduce the Risk of Falls
Falls account for the highest number of fatal and non-fatal injuries in senior citizens. Every year, about one in three adults over age 65 experiences a fall, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While not all falls cause serious injuries, about one in five results in significant damage, such as a […]