What would make your home work better for you? There are many tools available to help seniors age in place in their homes, because home is indeed where the heart is, as well as where cherished memories, dignity, and optimism reside. Independent aging tools can range from home … [Read more...] about Tools To Help You Stay (And Thrive) In Your Home
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What Do Your Senses Need? – Our Sensory System’s Important Role
Breathe these in: Your mom’s cinnamon rolls. A hot shower. A meaningful conversation. The vibrant autumn leaves. It’s our senses that enable us to experience these joys of life — and be connected to the world. Our ability to see, touch, … [Read more...] about What Do Your Senses Need? – Our Sensory System’s Important Role
Seeking Alzheimer’s Answers
If there is a bogeyman of aging, it might be Alzheimer’s disease because it is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that causes patients to lose both short-term and, eventually, long-term memories. For many people, the fear of developing Alzheimer’s disease keeps them up … [Read more...] about Seeking Alzheimer’s Answers
Preventative Health Screenings: Identify Problems Before They Start
What’s In There? A closer look inside the body helps find small problems before they become big. Work with your primary care physician to coordinate your overall prevention strategy. Lung Cancer Screening According to the CDC website, an annual lung cancer screening is … [Read more...] about Preventative Health Screenings: Identify Problems Before They Start
Hydration And Health…What You Need To Know
Depending on where you were this past summer and how high the temperatures climbed, you may have had dehydration on your mind. It’s easy to remember the need to drink enough water when the sun is shining and the head index is 90 degrees or more, but getting enough fluid is always … [Read more...] about Hydration And Health…What You Need To Know