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Many people come to Florida for the health-giving benefits of plenty of sunshine and high-ozone levels. Unfortunately, a wonderful environment alone is not enough to ensure good health. You must take care of yourself by following a healthy lifestyle. Adopting salubrious habits will enhance your hair and skin, help you…
Many seniors want to boost social connections. This desire is healthy and supports optimal health. There are 5 specific steps we can take to build connection, foster a sense of belonging, and boost social interactions. Let’s look at the practical steps you can take. These steps are easy, fast, and…
Research suggests that 1 in 4 older adults in nursing homes have undiagnosed hypothyroidism. However, it often goes unidentified and untreated because we attribute the symptoms to other health conditions like cardiovascular disease. Yet, treating hypothyroidism in older adults can have powerful benefits on your overall health and well-being. Suppose…
One of the reasons people look forward to retirement is the increased time to do things they enjoy, like hobbies, traveling, and spending time with loved ones. However, what isn’t considered is the increased loneliness that comes with age. Unfortunately, as they age, seniors lose significant others, relatives, and friends…
Most older Americans need no help at all from others. In fact, a lot of them are too busy helping others or contributing to their families, workplaces, and communities in other ways. That said, some older people will eventually need a bit of assistance from others. Here’s a quick look…
The rewards of helping someone every day are endless—so much so that you might forget about your own health and well-being. Explore how to handle the stress of being a long-term caregiver for advice on caring for yourself. Recognize the Signs of Stress Caregivers can sometimes become so consumed with…
Whether you are giving care to an elderly person or you yourself are in your golden years, it is never easy for seniors to have anxiety. And closures because of the pandemic are not helping. The good news is that there are several things you can do for yourself or…
Music therapy isn’t always the first form of therapy you think of when it comes to senior care, but playing and listening to music has been proven to keep the mind young. When you hear some of the best road trip songs from the 1950s or a song your mother…