Massage has changed quite a bit as it has grown in popularity over the past few decades. No longer just Swedish massages, massage therapists now use a variety of techniques, including things like hot stones and stretching, to tailor a massage to meet the needs of each individual client. As massage techniques have developed, so […]
Feeling motivated to exercise can be a challenge for any age group. It is easy to find any excuse to do something – anything – other than exercise. This is especially true for the elderly, who may find exercising intimidating, don’t know where to start, or don’t feel there are any exercises they can do. […]
A furry friend to cuddle and play with can sometimes feel like the cure for any illness. A wagging tail greeting you when you walk through the door or the calming purrs of a contented cat on your lap can be just what you need after a long day. The loyalty and companionship of a […]
Gardening is a wonderful pastime at any age. Gardening helps you get outside and connect with nature, and can have several positive impacts on mental health. Gardening allows any person, at any age, the ability to be a nurturer and connect with other living things. It can also help you relax and stay in the […]
As our family, friends, and loved ones age, there may be times when it seems they have lost all interest in life. They may complain all their own friends and loved ones have passed away and they are lonely. They may focus on the activities they are no longer able to do and feel incomplete […]
An estimated five million people fall victim to financial scams every year. Due to the prevalent belief that older adults have large sums of saved money sitting in their bank accounts, the senior population is often targeted in these scams. Scammers who target the elderly know how to be convincing. They understand seniors might not […]
Summer Heat and the Elderly Summer arrived with a vengeance this past week on the east coast, as well as other parts of the country, bringing heat waves and astonishingly high humidity. While coping with this extreme heat is not fun for anyone, it is particularly dangerous for the elderly. The elderly are much more […]
As the United States population grows older and healthier, more elderly people are staying in their homes by themselves. It is highly likely that if you look up and down your street there will be at least one home with a senior person who is living alone. It is natural to be concerned about these […]
Eating healthy meals is important during every stage of life. It is not always easy to make healthy food choices. Browsing through the grocery store, one can find a plethora of ready-made meals that can be tossed into the microwave and ready in minutes, helping you save time and energy. As easy as these meals […]
Everyone seems to have an idea of all the places they want to visit once they retire. But as we age, it can become more difficult to get around. Some of us may struggle with stairs or walking for long periods of time. Some of us may need a cane, walker, or wheelchair to assist […]