Category: Healthy Aging

Healthy Aging

Senior Occupational Therapy for ADLs

Are you familiar with occupational therapy? If you or a loved one have been affected by an illness, injury or disability, occupational therapy can help. In fact, many occupational therapists work with seniors to help them maintain their independence.

Healthy Aging

5 Essential Vitamins and Minerals for Better Brain Health

As we get older, it is normal to experience some decline in memory, focus and concentration. Although it may feel a bit frustrating, it’s a normal part of the aging process. Fortunately, there are certain lifestyle changes we can make to keep our brains healthy and our memories sharp. Maintaining a healthy diet is important at any age, but eating nutritious meals full of healthy vitamins and min

Medical Topics

Seniors and Flu Prevention

Flu season is in full swing yet again. While a bout with the flu virus is rough for everyone, seniors have a higher risk of contacting the flu and experience more severe symptoms as the virus takes its course. The flu is a highly contagious respiratory illness, and in some cases can even be fatal.

Healthy Aging

How to Make Your New Year’s Resolutions Stick Throughout the Year

A new year is near - and with it comes the opportunity to reflect on the last 12 months and set goals for a fresh start in January. If you've tried making New Year’s resolutions in the past and didn’t meet your goals, you're not alone! In fact, 80% of all New Year's resolutions fail by February, according to U.S. News & World Report.