How Exercise Can Help Your Heart, No Matter Your Age
f you want to start a new exercise routine but have reservations because you’ve suffered from a heart attack or have been diagnosed with a cardiovas... Keep Reading
Hacks for Family Caregivers During Hectic Holidays
Recently, my mom and I were watching the Hallmark channel and discussing upcoming gatherings and parties. By the time we started listing our to-dos fo... Keep Reading
DIY the Perfect Gift for Aging Parents and Grandparents
The holiday season is here again bringing peace, love, joy and utter befuddlement: What do I get Mom this year? Don’t panic. ... Keep Reading
Power of Thanksgiving - The Health Benefits of Gratitude
The feelings we experience during this festive occasion bring us together and have the power to unite us in expressing and receiving gratitude through... Keep Reading
Bicycle Built for Two: Memories of Summer Love
Almost every morning during my summer vacations as a kid, my parents and I would ride together on the boardwalk along the New Jersey shore. ... Keep Reading
Taking Charge of Your Health: Mind and Body Connected
Exercise is repeatedly featured in our favorite magazines, blogs and television shows. As an adult, being physically active is one of the best things ... Keep Reading
Cooking Up a Great Relationship
There is nothing more satisfying than a home-cooked meal with friends and family. I have some fond memories of watching my mother prepare the family m... Keep Reading
Problem Gambling and Older Adults
When I would visit my grandma at her retirement community, I would watch the parade of little white busses shuttling residents from one day-trip to th... Keep Reading
Health Benefits of Gardening for Older Adults
For some, there is nothing more refreshing than sinking their fingers into warm soil or biting into a sun-ripened tomato fresh off the vine. There is ... Keep Reading
There's an App for That
Some apps in the online stores can waste time, money and memory space on your gadget. This series scours the internet and finds the handiest apps... Keep Reading
Pets for Seniors: Animals Can Make Older Adults Happier and Healthier
For older adults who live alone or have lost their spouse, pets can be excellent companions. When my grandfather passed away, my grandmother adopted t... Keep Reading
Looking for In-Home Care? 8 Reasons to Choose ComForCare Home Care
Whether it’s due to injury, illness or aging, sometimes older adults need a little extra help, especially at home. However, family members and frien... Keep Reading
All I Want for Christmas (Senior Edition)
That familiar holiday tune expresses a simple wish of a child – not for the expected list of toys – but for front teeth to grow in quickly enough ... Keep Reading
Santa’s Secrets for a Joyful, Long Life
You’ve heard about Santa’s list – the one with names of children, their behavior, where they live and what they want for Christmas. However, you... Keep Reading
Minimizing Frightening Hallucinations and Delusions for People With Dementia
People with dementia frequently make mistakes in judgment and understanding. They begin to have communication problems as use of language becomes more... Keep Reading
12 Tips on What to Do Before, During and After Doctor Appointments
There are momentous occasions in a person’s life: getting a driver’s license, having a child, graduating school, or, often overlooked, becoming th... Keep Reading