No matter your age, mental health and general wellness can be affected by numerous external factors. During a period of crisis, like the one the world is experiencing at the moment with the coronavirus pandemic, can be a particularly trying and triggering time. One group of particular concern are older adults, who may be impacted… Read More

Staying connected and feeling socially engaged becomes more important as we grow older, and not just for mental health reasons. Isolation can be a serious health risk for older adults. Studies show that people who don’t maintain social connections with their family and friends may experience greater numbers of chronic health problems, such as heart… Read More

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected everyone, but none more than the senior community. Both at higher risk for contracting the virus, but also because they are missing out on social interaction more than most. Here are a few ideas to help you support your loved ones during the pandemic.  Send a Card In an era… Read More

Our brains are made up of nearly 100 billion neurons, however, if not activated often enough, your brain can actually atrophy. When this happens, neurons are destroyed and the connections that they make go along with them. This leads to a lower ability to process concepts, reason and can even lead to poorer memory. According… Read More

According to the National Council on Aging, falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries in older adults. Furthermore, one in four seniors over the age of 65 falls each year resulting in almost 3 million injuries that are treated in emergency rooms annually. And while many believe falls are an inevitable… Read More

As we and our loved one’s age, the likelihood that medications become a part of our daily life increases. According to a study in JAMA Internal Medicine, 80% of older adults take at least two prescriptions daily and 36% regularly take five or more. The number of pills and medications increases when you also incorporate… Read More