What should be going through your mind when you think about what sports are accessible to seniors? It depends on the preferences of the individual aging family member, what they want to achieve, and their current physical condition. That said, some sports tend to be more accessible to seniors than others and often result in…
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Just because you or your loved ones are entering a different stage of life, it does not mean that you have to compromise on the level of happiness you experience every day. In fact, older adults have a special chance to finally live their lives to their fullest and be role models to others as…
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Retirement should be something we look forward to as there is a freedom to do what we enjoy and the time where we can slow down and live for the moment. Instead of choosing a sedentary lifestyle, we can choose to make the most out of the time we have, especially when there are many…
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As a retiree, it’s important to make sure that you keep yourself mentally engaged as often as possible. The main way to do this is by learning new skills. When you learn new skills, you not only get to enrich your life, but also have the opportunity to pursue things that you never thought you…
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Most doctors recommend short-term rehabilitation for those recovering from an unexpected injury or a planned surgery. While short-term rehabilitation is ideal before you go home, most seniors will refuse to get admitted to a short-term rehabilitation center, more so if they have strong support at home. Still, it’s best to follow your physician’s recommendation,…
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While most of us may get away with eating whatever we desire in our younger days, it doesn’t mean that the same will hold true in the later years of our lives. After all, as we age, our body also ages, and we need to fuel the body with the right nutrients and vitamins for…
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For many mature people who have retired from their jobs, finding activities to make use of their time can be a hard task. Sports can sometimes be too strenuous on their bodies, while knitting can be seen as a chore. However, an activity that has been rising the ranks in the activity race has to…
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If you’re caring for someone with memory loss, mealtime can be one of the most stressful experiences you have as a caregiver. They may not be able to tell you if they like or dislike what they’re eating, and they may eat too quickly or too slow, depending on the day. To make things easier, here…
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A challenged brain is a happy brain so when you have retired, you may find it difficult to maintain good mental well-being due to lower social engagement. This may in turn cause you to experience stress and anxiety which is normal but can be prevented. If you are looking for simple ways to improve mental…
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It is often said that we are what we eat. Food not only gives us the energy to do everyday activities but it also has an effect on our health. We primarily get nutrients from what we eat and when we fail to get some of these nutrients, we may expose our bodies to diseases…
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