Osteoporosis can affect anyone, at any age. But as we grow older, we’re more susceptible. The old unfunny joke about “breaking a hip” is actually quite common and often due to underlying osteoporosis. Broken bones at an older age can often cause a...
When we’re young, we worry about finding a job, possibly a partner or having children and other fundamental “early-in-life” situations. When we’re older, the concerns are very different. We’ve had our careers, families and likely set...
Summer is soon upon us and in many parts of the U.S., the sun is already shining. Grandkids and grandparents across the country will be spending more time together, especially once school breaks for the summer. Looking for some fun ideas that you can do with the...
When we speak of senior abuse, some examples are obvious, such as abuse in a nursing home or by a family member. Others are a little blurry. Elder exploitation is defined most commonly as financial exploitation, but the overall definition is found here. Under The...
Regardless of age, who doesn’t want more joy in their lives? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “Some estimates of major depression in older people living in the community range from less than 1% to about 5% but rise to...
We know that staying physically healthy and as fit as possible is good for us as we age. Tai Chi offers an incredible journey for those who participate, many of them seniors. But why? And how do we do it? Benefits of Tai Chi for Seniors Tai Chi is an ancient martial...
