A new trend in exercise is catching on with aging adults, and it’s called group exercise. While group exercise for the senior workout was popularized in the 1980s by Jane Fonda, in recent years, it has become increasingly popular among aging adults who enjoy its social benefits and convenience. Group exercise offers mental and physical health…
As we age, the bathtub becomes one of the most dangerous places in our home. Since 80 percent of falls happen in the bathroom, it is crucial that we make the bathroom safer. Continue reading for some bathtub safety tips, so that you can keep your loved one safe and sound. The Dangers of Bathtubs…
After much discussion and research, you and your family members have finally decided to send your loved ones to a senior living community. However, there are many senior living options to choose from. If you’re confused over which option to go with, no worries as we’re here to help you better navigate the world of…
When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or any other form of dementia, it is essential to create a care plan that meets their needs. It may be time to put your loved one in a memory care program if they are experiencing hallucinations, anxiety, paranoia, or agitation. Primary care doctors suggest that…
As we age, our cognitive function declines as well. This is inevitable and occurs to everyone, though memory-loss illnesses such as Alzheimer’s and dementia can be prevented. When we’re in our 30s and 40s, the brain begins to lose volume, and would escalate during our 60s. This can result in mental decline. Other factors that…
An exercise program can do wonders for your body and mind, but with so many different types of exercise programs out there, it can be hard to know which one will be best suited to your needs. The good news is that you don’t have to sacrifice strength and muscle mass as you age—you need…
Congratulations — you’ve entered the electronic age!! No one will think of you as an old fogey. You’re cool. You’re in the know. You may not be “keeping up with the Kardashians” but you are keeping up with the way the world works today. And making a good solid effort at keeping up with the…
One of the best reasons to live at Aston Gardens retirement community in Florida is to avoid social isolation. Research shows that approximately 43% of seniors who live in their own home as opposed to being in a retirement community are in social isolation. The negative effects of isolation are far-reaching, affecting well-being, health, and…
One of the toughest things to leave behind when making the transition from the home we spent the majority of our adult lives in to a senior living community is the loss of our green space. When my parents turned 50, they moved from a home in beautiful Bellaire, Texas, tucked just outside the loop…
Credit scores are one of life’s great mysteries. The short explanation is that a credit score is a number used to measure someone’s creditworthiness. But that only raises more questions about how they calculate the score, what affects it, how to improve it, who sees it and scams to watch out for. Whew. So what…