The Importance of Friendship for Seniors: 4 Key Health Benefits Time and again, research shows that seniors who have a close group of friends tend to live longer than people who don’t. Creating, nurturing, and maintaining friendships is hard in adulthood but the health benefits outweigh the potential stress that comes with fostering new relationships…. Read More

Healthy Sweeteners: 4 Low Glycemic Options and How to Incorporate Them We could write an ode to sugar and all the delicious desserts, candies, and yummy drinks but it’s safe to say we should all be cutting back on our sugar consumption. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends adults should not have more than 5%… Read More

Surviving the Heat: Essential Information, Hydrtion and Cooling Tips In the end of L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Dorothy and her traveling companions discover they already have what they thought they lacked. The same could be said about preparing for heat in the summer. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC),… Read More

The great thing about nuts is they are easy, healthy and taste great. Known for being high in fat, they also have a lot of health benefits and can be included in many meals. Nuts are full of protein, antioxidants, fiber and help lower cholesterol. In a recent study, researchers found eating more than 10… Read More

Protect Your Skin: 3 Common Types of Skin Cancer and How to Detect Them This Summer Summer is a great time to take more walks, garden and enjoy a dip in the pool but it’s also a time when seniors need to stay mindful of their sun exposure. Older adults might already make sunblock, hats… Read More

The Healing Power of Pets: 9 Health Benefits for Seniors The value that a pet can have to anyone, let alone a senior are endless. They bring both love and companionship to their owners, two things that adults very much need as they age. All of our communities are pet friendly making a Hawthorn community… Read More