Arthritis is a common ailment that many suffer with as they age and it can also be one of the most unpleasant. After years of using your joints every day, it is natural to feel aches and pains throughout the day. While there is no cure for arthritis, there are some things you can do [...]
The countdown to Christmas begins, for some, in summer. People begin Thanksgiving prep weeks in advance. Adults in America look forward to the holiday season in the same way they did as children: with giddy excitement and sleepless nights. Seeing relatives after months or even years apart is always a highlight, but the stress, anxiety [...]
Wrapping up the perfect gift for your grandchildren is part of the joy of the holiday season. Still, the presents that are most appreciated aren’t always found at the mall. This year, surprise those on your shopping list with experience gift. Experience gifts can be a set of classes to learn a new skill, an adrenalin-pumping [...]
Choosing a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) before you specifically need it can be a terrific idea for retired couples wanting to enjoy life, together as long as possible. From the financial to the emotional, this type of move has a number of benefits, including the three below. 1. Senior Couples Support Each Other Through [...]
Social media is more popular than ever before, and people of all ages are seeing the benefits. Everyone can appreciate the connections formed and maintained, as well as, staying up-to-date on news and current events. If you are looking to keep in touch, learn something new, or even just pass the time, social media can [...]
More than 30 million Americans have diabetes and 90% to 95% of them have type 2 diabetes. Older age, poor diet, and a sedentary lifestyle are some of the biggest risk factors in developing type 2 diabetes. The good news is that there is plenty you can do to not only lower your chances of [...]
Moving into any new home can be challenging, and a retirement community is no different. Getting used to the new layout and lifestyle may take some time, but it helps to have a few tips from the experts. We asked one of our wellness nurses, Tricia McKee, for things that new residents can do to [...]
The process of looking into retirement communities can be very overwhelming. It takes a lot of time to sort through all the information and weigh your options. Hearing from someone who has been in your shoes can be extremely helpful. They were once where you are now and have lots of great advice. We asked [...]
Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. There are many risk factors for heart health that are out of our control, like age and gender. Luckily, there are a lot of changes we can make to lower our risk. Read below for tips about how you can improve and [...]
Criminals often impersonate IRS workers so they can gain personal information from elderly adults. Sometimes IRS fraud happens via email or through in-person visits, but it typically occurs over the phone. If you get a call from someone who claims they work for the IRS, be careful what you say. Learn the basics about scam [...]
