Health and Wellness for Seniors

How Technology Helps Seniors & Their Loved Ones Stay Connected

    Over the past few years, you may have noticed that there has been a shift in who uses…

7 years ago

Use Eye Cosmetics Safely

The volunteer organization Prevent Blindness America has designated April as Women's Eye Health and Safety Month—a good time to brush…

9 years ago

Tips on Preventing Caregiver Burnout

Caring for an aging parent or loved one is a very challenging task. It requires a lot of time, patience…

9 years ago

Social Media and Seniors

  If you're like many families, it's a little hard to know what's going on with each family member, especially…

11 years ago

How To Encourage Elderly To Eat

Seniors need more calcium and a well-balanced diet, but many times, especially during an illness, our problem is trying to…

11 years ago

How To Prevent Dehydration in Elderly

Getting enough fluids is a big problem for majority of seniors and the results have numerous negative affects on their…

11 years ago

Aging: Signs of Decline in Seniors

Most changes in our lives and the lives of our aging loved ones are gradual. If we see each other…

11 years ago

Benefits of Reminiscing for Seniors with Dementia

During our young lives and well through our middle years, what we think about most often is the future. After…

11 years ago

Elders and Children – Joyful Connections

I love watching my parents visit with the great grandkids. They have a special connection with each one of my…

11 years ago

Importance of Socialization in Seniors and Caregivers

We all need our friends. Not just in the good times, but also in the stressful times. They are our…

11 years ago

Importance of Exercise in Alzheimer’s Prevention

Even a few decades ago, medical teams believed that people with Alzheimer's Disease were beyond all hope. These people were…

11 years ago

Loneliness in Seniors

No one goes through life without feeling lonely from time to time, but the feeling passes and we get on…

11 years ago

Gratitude Is The Secret To Happiness

        As a journalist, I've had the privilege of interviewing hundreds of seniors. Unlike younger generations, our…

11 years ago

Falling into Fear

When I was in my late 40’s, I took a tumble off the porch steps. I was carrying a box…

11 years ago

Benefits of Music Therapy For Seniors

It is important for seniors to stay active and engaged in order to maintain their physical and mental health, ward…

11 years ago

Music For The Heart

Music makes us remember. A song can take us back to the first time we heard it – who we…

11 years ago

Valentine’s Day Activities for Senior Citizens

Valentine's Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate a new love or a love that has endured for decades. Whether…

11 years ago

Active Social Life May Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer’s

                            Maintaining an active social life can…

11 years ago

Assessing Your Parents Care Needs During The Holidays

  No matter how busy everyone is, the holiday season always brings families together. It is a perfect time to…

11 years ago

8 Lifestyle Changes To Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

    The prevention of Alzheimer's disease is extremely important because we cannot regain memories. Memories are forever erased from…

11 years ago

What’s Your Real Brain Age?

As a neurologist, I've reviewed the latest, reliable research literature available. I've read up on every aspect of Alzheimer's disease.…

11 years ago

Strength Exercises Reduce Falls in Seniors

Standing Strong By Sheldon S. Zinberg, MD, Hal Nelson, PT, and Michael Merino, MBA   In May 2008, a telephonic…

12 years ago

Prescribed Fitness Exercise Programs For Chronic Diseases

While patients with different chronic diseases share deficits in functionality, these shared disabilities are often more prevalent and more pronounced…

12 years ago

Benefits of Pet Therapy For Seniors

Benefits of Pet Therapy Studies show that having a pet is good for seniors as it makes seniors feel better…

13 years ago

When To Consult A Geriatrician?

Just exactly what is a geriatrician and when are you considered old enough to consult a geriatrician? Harvard Medical School's…

13 years ago

Keeping Seniors’ Mind and Body Engaged

Baby boomers are turning 65 at the rate of one every seven seconds. In the United States, the 2010 Census…

13 years ago

Pros and Cons of Living up to 100

Rachel Mabel Agnes Hill turned 100 years old last October 28, 2010. In today's world, that's old but not that…

13 years ago

Guidelines To Successful Dieting For Seniors

It is neuropsychological proven that a diet can become a lifestyle when one understands the rationale behind it. The excitement…

13 years ago

Nutrition Recommendations For Cancer Patients

Your diet is an important part of your treatment for cancer. Eating the right kinds of foods before, during, and…

13 years ago

Heart Attack Warning Signs

A heart attack is a frightening event, and you probably don't want to think about it. But, if you learn…

13 years ago