The idea of falling can be scary for seniors. However, you should know that there are plenty of things you can do to minimize your risk of falling and still stay active. Learn about fall prevention for seniors, and you’ll be able to keep enjoying your life to the fullest.
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Is Walking Good Exercise?
When you hear the word exercise, you might picture vigorous activities: running, jumping jacks, swimming, playing tennis, etc. While these high-intensity workouts are all great forms of exercise, it’s important to remember that they aren’t absolutely necessary for good health. Moderate-intensity workouts also count toward your overall physical activity. And when it comes down to it, …
Easy Summer Crafts for Seniors
The start of summer ushers in warmer weather, longer days, and lots of delicious produce. Plus, summer gives the crafty among us plenty of opportunities to get creative. If you’re interested in exploring some new arts and crafts but you aren’t sure where to start, check out our list of easy summer crafts for seniors.
How to Cheer Up a Friend
When you know someone well, it’s easy to tell when they’re having an off day. Your friend might be less talkative than usual, or less inclined to smile and laugh. You might find them staring off into space, as though they have a lot on their mind. And of course, in some cases, they’ll be …
How to Overcome Loneliness
Too often, people shrug away loneliness as if it’s merely an annoyance. In reality, loneliness is much more than that. It’s not just about being alone. After all, it’s possible to feel lonely in the middle of a crowd. However, recognizing the power of loneliness doesn’t mean that you can’t beat it. In fact, understanding …
How to Watercolor Paint
With its translucent layers of color, soft blending, and perfectly imperfect lines, watercolor painting is a truly unique medium. Unlike some other forms of art, such as pencil drawing, it requires the artist to lean into the unpredictability of the technique. After all, water is fluid and very difficult to control. Plus, unless you want …
How Has Nutrition Changed Over Time?
Food is a topic that grabs everyone’s attention. After all, everybody eats. However, not everybody chooses to eat the same things. The food on your plate can have major implications for your tastebuds, your waistline, and your overall health. If you are interested in eating a healthy, balanced diet, then learning a bit about nutrition …
Spring Activities for Seniors
As the days gradually get longer, it’s finally starting to get warmer. The grass is getting greener. Plants and trees are budding, and everything seems to be getting a fresh start. Birds are returning, animals are moving around more, and people seem eager to do the same. Fortunately, people of all ages can find opportunities …
When Do Spring Allergies End?
People often wait enthusiastically for the first sign of spring. Some delight in sighting the first robin darting about on the ground before spreading its wings and flying back up to into the tree branches. Others watch for the daffodils to poke their cheery heads through the ground or listen for the sounds of frogs …
Finding Purpose in Life After Retirement
Charles Dickens was an English writer, social critic, and the creator of some of the world’s best-known fictional characters. Many of his works continue to be read and adapted today. Clearly, he had both a way with words and an intricate understanding of the human mind and its workings. What advice might the man who …