When people realize you grew up in the ‘60s, they will ask you about many things such as the Vietnam War, the Cuban Missile Crisis, or the Civil Rights protests. Sometimes, you don’t have meaningful answers to those questions. But if you were a kid back in the 1960s, you will probably remember things like…
You don’t need to be a marathon runner in order to benefit from a stretching routine. As we age, we are more likely to experience tight muscles. These can pull on our bones, making us feel stiff and experience aches. Stretching for older adults brings about a number of benefits such as an increase in…
With the sun out shining bright and winter starting to loosen its grip, it’s the best time to celebrate spring and Easter! Just like any other special occasion and holiday, it is possible to keep up your favorite Easter traditions while staying in an assisted living community. If you have a loved one who lives…
Cholesterol is made in the liver and it serves many important functions. For example, it helps to keep the walls of your cells flexible and it is also necessary to make several types of hormones. However, too much cholesterol will lead to concerns. Similar to fat, cholesterol doesn’t dissolve in water. To move around the…
Flowers blooming, greener grass, the warmer weather, and the sounds of animals running all around, this is when you know spring has arrived. You tend to appreciate these things when you get to a certain age, especially for older adults. Spring is a great time to be outdoors, with fresh air running through our faces.…
