by mg_user | Oct 18, 2016 | Caregiver Corner
Wintertime may be a nice change after the blisteringly hot days of summer, but between the freezing temperatures, heavy snowfall and the increased risk of house fires and power outages, this time of year comes with many safety hazards for the elderly living alone....
by mg_user | Oct 17, 2016 | Health & Wellness
Seniors who have spent time in the hospital, whether due to an injury after a fall or a planned surgery, can have trouble making the hospital to home transition, especially if they live alone. Issues that arise can range from navigating a home that is not ideal for...
by mg_user | Oct 14, 2016 | Current Events
Fires do more than just damage our beloved homes and belongings – they destroy lives. It’s easy to think that you will never be affected by a house fire, but a fire can happen to anyone, any time, any where, In fact, in 2015 alone, 365,500 house fires were reported...
by mg_user | Oct 12, 2016 | Nutrition & Recipes
It’s no secret that a well-balanced diet is a key component of healthy aging, but a lesser-known fact is that our bodies lose the ability to absorb essential vitamins and minerals as we age. Although many of us take them for granted, our bones — just like any...
by mg_user | Oct 10, 2016 | Fitness
Whether you’re just beginning to learn about senior fitness programs or have been exercising for a while and are experiencing a weight loss plateau, a personal trainer may be the perfect solution for you. Not only will they help you reach your fitness goals, but a...
by mg_user | Oct 7, 2016 | Caregiver Corner
Nearly 10,000 people turn 65 each day here in America. According to a 2015 Report on Caregiving in the United States from AARP, “an estimated 43.5 million adults in the United States have provided unpaid care to an adult or a child in the prior 12 months,” and as the...