Eating well is important at any age, but becomes more so as we age. It seems that young adults can eat nearly anything without any consequence. But as the years go on, foods have more of an effect on a body. Eating well-balanced meals is important to avoid conditions such as type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. Food is essentially energy that the cells in our body need to do their jobs. So we need to eat enough to give those cells the energy that they need. As we age and are not as physical, our cells don’t need
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Meditation Recommended to Maintain Heart Health
It is easy to become over-stressed. Relationships, money, even the weather can cause us anxiety. Unfortunately, prolonged stress can be very damaging to our health. google sniper When we are in that “fight or flight” response, hormones are released to make us more alert and ready for danger. But that response was only designed for short bursts, not the prolonged stress that we feel in our daily lives. Extended exposure to these hormones degrades the cells of our body, particularly in our heart and vascular system. Scientists recently researched the relationship of the stress hormone cortisol and health problems in
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Recap of Wednesday's Luncheon
The Myra Rubenstein Weis Health Resource Center Luncheon was held yesterday, May 1. For those of you who attended, we would like to say thank you for attending. And for those of you who were unable to attend, we have a recap of the afternoon. This event was dedicated to “Harmonious Healing” and was the luncheon's 17th year. It was honoring Janardan D. Khandekar, MD, who is the Director at the Center for Molecular Medicine in the NorthShore University Health System. Dr. Khandekar has contributed greatly to the field of oncology by researching better ways to fight cancer for over thirty years. In addition
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Freedom Home Care Director Teaches Organizations to Communicate
Life Services Network’s Annual Conference occurs this May, and Freedom Home Care is thrilled have one of its own presenting an Educational Session this year. buy cigar online Life Services Network is a state-wide association that represents providers of services to older adults. It is one of the largest and most respected trade organizations in the country, and is nationally recognized for its innovative programs. LSN’s Annual Conference brings together organizations from near and far to learn fresh approaches to elder care. Freedom Home Care’s Agency Director, Jenanne Rock, along with Connie Polk from Advocate Health Care and Collaborative Healthcare
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Be Yourself and Be Happy
Everyone keeps saying that to be happy, you just need to “be yourself”. This simple phrase has been used so often that we are now skeptical of it. Is there any scientific proof that “being yourself” will actually make you happier? homemade body wrap to lose inches Actually, there is. A study was done by the two authors of Focus: Use Different Ways of Seeing the World for Success and Influence which surprisingly showed that “being yourself” does lead to happiness, especially if you’re a pessimist. That sure beats trying to be happy all the time! The research study had participants
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Seniors for Seniors Pet Adoption Program
Pets have been proven to lower health risks of their owners, not to mention they make excellent companions. But for some seniors, they don’t see getting a pet as a possibility. Often, they can’t imagine handling the care that a puppy or kitten deserves. Luckily many shelters have a “Seniors for Seniors” program. Seniors for Seniors matches older adults to senior cats and dogs for fostering or adoption. Having an older pet is helpful as they are often house-trained and more subdued than younger pets. If the elderly person is living at home, the pet can add safety and security
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Nursing Home Rates Jump
The economy is still struggling to right itself, and yet costs for necessities continue to increase. This unfortunately includes some forms of senior care. Rocket Chinese The most significant jump in rate is the monthly cost of assisted living communities. The average rate is just under $3,500 per month, which is a drastic 4.5% increase from last year. Nursing home costs are also growing quickly. The average rate for a private room in a nursing home is $230 per day, a 3.6% increase from 2012. This kind of care is already expensive, and it seems that it will only become
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Tips to Discuss Senior Care Options
Approaching the subject of senior care support can be difficult, especially if the senior has a mental illness. It is estimated that nearly 20% of the senior population has a mental illness such as dementia, bipolar disorder, and depression. The adult children of these seniors often feel extra stress as caregivers and eventually seek care support. But bringing up the subject can be challenging. how to learn Chinese But there are some ways that you can ease the tension. Start calm. Emotions may get high as the conversation progresses, but it’s best to begin when everyone is in a relaxed
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Gardening Great Exercise for Summer
As the weather gets warmer and the first flowers begin to bloom, it is an excellent time to consider starting a garden. Everyone can benefit from creating and growing an edible garden. Seniors especially can reap not only the harvest but also valuable health benefits. Planting and maintaining a garden is often considered an enjoyable form of exercise. Tending to the plants requires walking, reaching and bending that will maintain the senior’s flexibility and mobility. Gardening can also encourage endurance and strength, fighting osteoporosis. And being outdoors will reduce stress and increase relaxation, and the sunshine will give a good
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Fun Events Around Chicago
This winter has been cold, snowy, and seemingly never-ending. But now as the flowers are beginning to bloom and the temperature rises, we can’t help but to get out of the house. Luckily, there are several events and classes for Chicago seniors happening around town. The Active Senior Expo pops up in various cities once a month in the Chicagoland area. It features products and services that interest older adults, from healthcare to travel to financial services. Participants at the Expo can also enjoy live music, free health screenings, and prize drawings. It is definitely not something to be missed.
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