Breaking Bad Habits: Small Changes That Make a Big Difference
As we get older, our daily habits play a bigger role in how we feel. Some habits help us stay strong, active, and happy—while others can make health problems worse. The good news?
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Spring into Action: Simple Ways for Older Adults to Stay Active
As spring arrives, it brings sunshine, fresh air, and the perfect opportunity to get moving. For many older adults, the idea of staying active can feel overwhelming. You might be asking yourself, where do
Navigating the Road Ahead: Talking to Your Aging Loved Ones About Driving
For many older adults, driving represents freedom. Discussing driving with aging loved ones can be emotional and complex. Safe driving hinges on cognitive, physical, and sensory abilities, and changes in these areas can
Worried About Dementia? The Risk is Rising—Here’s How You Can Take Action
Nearly 42% of people over 55 may develop dementia—a risk that’s hard to ignore and rising. For those with certain health conditions, the likelihood doubles. While this may sound alarming, there’s no need
Can Residing in a Senior Living Community Prolong Your Life? Yes!
Welcome to a new era in senior living. Recent groundbreaking research from NORC at the University of Chicago, funded by NIC, is changing how we see senior living communities, including the ones we
#BeCareCurious for National Family Caregivers Month
National Family Caregivers Month has been spearheaded by the Caregiver Action Network since 1994 and formally recognized since 1997, when President Clinton signed the first annual NFC Month Presidential Proclamation. NFC Month recognizes
Benefits of Seniors Using Social Media
Technology use by seniors has been increasing by the year. Although mobile devices may not be as ubiquitous among older adults as they are among other demographics, the Pew Research Center found that more than
The 5 Essential Elements of Healthy Aging
The later decades of your life can be among the most rewarding. You have more free time to devote to hobbies and people that make you happiest. You may be blessed with the joys
5 Ways Seniors Can Get Involved in the Community
Life changes associated with aging can lead seniors to experience social isolation and loss of purpose. The two are often closely connected. Retirement, losing a spouse, adult children moving away, and lack of
Summer Safety Tips: How to Prevent Heat-Related Illness
We’ve braved months of cold winds, icy roads, and even a spring snowstorm or two, but summer is finally just around the corner. As you start trading your sweaters for short sleeves, take