by mg_user | Aug 5, 2016 | Caregiver Corner
Caregiver burnout is the term used to describe the emotional, physical and mental fatigue that often comes with the territory when you care for elderly loved ones. As the stress mounts, symptoms can start to surface in the form of exhaustion, mood swings, loss of...
by mg_user | Aug 3, 2016 | Health & Wellness
August symbolizes the end of summer, but did you know that it’s also National Immunization Month? Vaccines have helped protect thousands of lives, but some may still be skeptical about the necessity and safety of elderly vaccines. To help ease some of your concerns,...
by mg_user | Aug 1, 2016 | Senior Safety
Out of all the summer travel options for seniors, cruises have become one of the most popular vacation getaways. Cruises may be a great senior travel option, but that doesn’t mean you should disregard your safety while on board the ship. These tips for cruising will...
by mg_user | Jul 29, 2016 | Nutrition & Recipes
One of the most prevalent conditions affecting older adults is hearing loss. The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders estimates that one-third of those between the ages of 65 and 74 suffer from hearing problems, and that percentage...
by mg_user | Jul 25, 2016 | Fitness
No matter how you look at it, you can no longer use work as an excuse to not exercise once you retire. It’s a good thing too because your Golden Years are a great time to kick your exercise routine into full gear. We all know the benefits of regular physical activity,...
by mg_user | Jul 22, 2016 | Current Events
The Zika virus has been causing widespread panic for pregnant women across the globe, and has even caused several professional athletes to drop out of the Olympics in Rio. What started out as mild concern was dubbed a public health emergency by the World Health...