For offering opportunities that engage and bring purpose to people of all ages – especially those who are 55 and over – one invaluable tool can be the companionship of a pet. Engaging with a pet is a great way to promote overall wellness and health, reduce stress, provide companionship and comfort, and combat isolation…
Spring is here! For most of the country, the cold is gone, the snow has melted and life is in full bloom again. The days are starting to get longer and warmer. You may feel more energized by the change in weather so you will feel like getting outdoors more. So, what is the best…
Drinking enough water is one aspect of life that many people tend to forget. Hydration is important for one’s day-to-day wellness, and this is especially so for mature adults. Hydration is the process of replenishing the liquids that have been eliminated from the body through sweat or urination. Ensuring that you are well hydrated helps…
The times are changing. Aging is different from how it used to be for our parents and grandparents. People are now living longer and healthier as compared to the past. Aging is not an inevitable deterioration and decline. With the right kind of care and attention, people will be able to take on the challenges…
As we age, we are more susceptible to falls. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hard falls are the leading cause of injury and death for Americans aged 65 and above, usually stemming from poor strength and balance in older adults. You and your loved ones need to engage in balance and…
According to studies, most people will attempt to give up smoking many times before succeeding. When smokers who are attempting to quit smoking go back to smoking as they did before they tried to quit, it is known as a relapse. If mom or dad has a relapse, consider it as training for the next…
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has caused a host of issues in many of our personal lives. No doubt it has taken a toll on the mental health of many people, especially the older generation. Many of our parents may suffer from having to self-isolate or adapt to the jarring changes that impede their day-to-day routines.…
For people of all ages, exercise can be one of the most important ways to maintain good health and function well in daily life. While there are many different forms of training available, one option, in particular, stands out as being very beneficial, and that is walking. There are several health benefits of walking for the…
Sarcopenia is a disease where patients gradually lose their musculoskeletal mass as well as the associated functions. Any muscle mass that is lost can easily lead to reduced mobility and strength. This is more likely to affect older adults, though it is not necessarily something that every adult will experience. The development of the disease…
Sleep requirements largely remain constant throughout maturity and adults need seven to nine hours of sleep per night. Sleep habits, on the other hand, evolve over time. Even if the total amount of sleep duration for older persons is equal to that of younger adults, much of it is kept in the light phases of…