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Fall is Best Time to Prevent Falls
As the season of fall takes full effect, let’s think about another kind of fall. The kind we want to...
Read MoreThe Best Exercises for High Blood Pressure
Seniors with high blood pressure are often told by their physician that exercise is a great way to manage it. ...
Read MoreUnderstanding the Senior Housing Crisis
As our nation’s largest demographic group, the baby boomers, head into their senior years, some may encounter housing difficulties. Modern...
Read MoreTwo Surprising New Osteoporosis Studies
The word osteoporosis directly translates to ‘porous bones.’ Osteoporosis happens when a person’s bones lose protein and calcium. Over time,...
Read MoreHow to Achieve Your Personal Best
What do you think of when you hear the term “personal best”? Do you think of athletes in perfect shape...
Read More3 Tips to Stay Safe Online
The Internet can be a wonderful source for information and social interaction for all ages, including seniors. As more seniors...
Read MoreShould You Take Supplements for Dementia?
As seniors search for ways to reduce the symptoms of dementia, many turn to alternative therapies or dietary supplements. Some...
Read MoreSenior Population Growing Rapidly
Many people around the country are hitting that mark of becoming a senior. According to NBC News, it is estimated...
Read More3 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress
We know that stress is bad for the cardiovascular system, but now studies show that it also affects the brain. ...
Read More3 Fun Activities for Seniors to Celebrate Autumn
It’s official: Autumn has arrived. The air is crisp, the leaves are changing, and the cafes have rolled out their...
Read MoreThe Secret Key to Longevity
In 1921, psychologist Lewis Termin wanted to find out more about longevity and what it takes for humans to live...
Read MoreResearch Finds Seniors Living at Home to be Happiest
What do seniors value most in long-term care? The quality of a caregiver, comfort of their own home, or something...
Read MoreHow to Protect Seniors from Identity Theft
Seniors are becoming the target of more identity theft every year. In 2012, seniors made over 52,000 complaints to the...
Read MoreIs a Caregiver the Best Option for Your Loved One?
Families may be unsure if hiring a caregiver to assist their elderly loved one with dementia is the best option. ...
Read MoreSimple Renovations for a Senior’s Home
When a senior lives in their home and wants to maintain independence, sometimes critical renovations go untouched. The home can...
Read MoreModern Senior Weddings Get Lavish and Expensive
When we think of fairy tale weddings, we may think of the young, blushing bride and the handsome groom standing while saying...
Read MoreShop Smart for Life Insurance
Life insurance can be complicated and expensive, leaving many seniors, or their family members, wondering if they've made the right...
Read MoreA Highly-Addictive Drug is Hiding in Your Pantry
The holidays are upon us which means only one thing: Sweets will soon be everywhere. First is Halloween with candy,...
Read MoreYoga: A Senior’s Ticket to Maintaining Good Health
Seniors today are more health conscious than ever. They know that staying active and flexible can keep them moving much...
Read MoreTips to Help Seniors Quit Smoking
A recent 2013 Senior Report found that 7.6% of Illinois seniors, age 65 and above, smoke on a regular basis. We all...
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