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Seniors
Staying proactive about your health is crucial to making the most of your golden years. Unfortunately, recent data suggests that many older men struggle to open up about their health concerns — and that results in poorer health outcomes. The good news is that family and in-home caregivers can help bridge the men’s health gap, […]
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Many people living with chronic illnesses can’t maintain their quality of life alone. That’s why in-home caregivers are crucial partners to people with chronic disease; caregivers, whether professionally trained or family members, can help with managing chronic illness at home by pitching in with difficult tasks and chores to keep clients healthy and fulfilled. And […]
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As people get older, it can be harder to maintain a vibrant social support network. Due to mobility issues, some seniors struggle to get out of the house as much as they used to. Others may feel isolated after children and their families move away. In fact, over 50% of seniors over 60 are at […]
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The winter season can present challenges for people of all ages, but seniors may especially struggle. Shorter days, cooler temperatures and a post-holidays emotional crash can all present potential roadblocks for seniors who want to live life to the fullest. Rather than falling into a winter slump, here are some tips and activities seniors can […]
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Sight is one of the primary ways that most humans explore our world. It’s how we watch movies, read books, look at photos to bring back happy memories, and keep ourselves safe from potential dangers. For people with glaucoma, however, sight is no longer easy to take for granted. For Glaucoma Awareness Month this January, […]
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In the New Year, many people are thinking about starting new healthy habits to carry them through the rest of the year. In fact, 23% of people make their New Year’s resolutions about maintaining a healthier lifestyle, and 20% are about losing weight. How appropriate that National Healthy Weight Week is this January to help […]
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About one in three U.S. adults have high blood pressure and aren’t aware of it. Additionally, those who have been diagnosed with hypertension are often tempted to dismiss their diagnosis until this quiet, chronic condition has progressed so far that damages the body. Uncontrolled hypertension can lead to damage and many severe conditions, including: Artery […]
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The holidays bring families together. Whether you’re flying across the country to visit your older relatives or just taking a stroll down the street, spending time with the elders in your family can make a huge difference around the holidays. If you don’t see your older loved ones very often, it’s even more important to […]
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With COVID-19 taking up so much of our healthcare dialogue, it’s easy to overlook another pressing threat: influenza, aka the flu. National Influenza Vaccination Week — observed December 5-9 — is a critical time for seniors. Did you know that people over 65 are much more likely to become seriously ill from the flu than […]
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Our skin keeps us together, literally. What many people don’t realize is that our skin is the largest organ in the body. That’s why taking care of it is imperative for helping maintain our overall health. Regular cleaning, moisturizing, and sun care keep aging skin healthy and functioning and reduces your risk of many health […]
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