When did bingo become the de facto recreational activity for older adults? That’s not to say a night of casual gambling isn’t fun, because it can be. It even has benefits like social connection, increased mental engagement and, of course, prizes. But bingo isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. And it’s definitely not the only leisurely [...]
Yoga is fantastic for seniors. It’s a total body workout that helps promote balance and strength and can be modified for different abilities and skill levels. Yet, yoga is often portrayed by people doing gravity-defying headstands and twisty backbends. This can make yoga seem intimidating. But there are tons of beginner-friendly yoga poses, many of [...]
Financial scams are on the rise, and seniors are the hardest hit. As a group, US residents aged 60+ suffer losses of $3 billion annually. With the digital boom, scammers’ reach has grown, and their tactics have become trickier but it’s possible to protect ourselves from fraud. Keep reading to learn about five common scams [...]
Getting older is scary. Or at least we’re told it should be. And the fear makes sense. Our society doesn’t always value older adults. Plus, we may worry about health problems, loss of independence, and financial insecurity. All valid concerns. But the thought of aging doesn’t need to be terrifying. There are many great resources [...]
Urine incontinence refers to the loss of bladder control resulting in leakage of urine involuntarily. It commonly occurs in old age and women are more affected by this condition than men. Urine incontinence can make us restrict our daily activities and social interactions -- negatively impacting the overall quality of life in old age. Let’s [...]
Excessive fear of the dying process, also known as Thanatophobia is quite common in the elderly population. As we grow old, the thoughts of our death become more prevalent and can adversely affect our quality of life. This article will discuss the symptoms and viable ways to cope with the stress of dying among the [...]
As we grow old, we face a significant decline in our cognitive health - the ability to think, learn, and remember clearly. If left unmanaged, mild cognitive decline (MCI) may even progress to severe cognitive impairments, as seen in dementia. However, keeping ourselves physically, socially, and mentally active in old age can help us cope [...]
Exercise can prevent an estimated 100,000 deaths of older adults each year. People 65+ who get at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week can help delay or prevent age-related injury/illness. The best exercise routines are those that incorporate aerobic (cardio) exercise, muscle/strength building, and balance practice. Today, we'll learn about the best exercise [...]
The first motion picture to be recorded was in 1878; it was 2.11 seconds long. And the first feature-length film, The Story of the Kelly Gang, was released in Australia in 1906. From there, the movie business exploded into a 91 billion dollar industry! With that much reach, it makes sense that movies have influenced [...]
As we get aged, we may require assistance from local resources and services to help us in common daily living activities. “211” is a vital call service that can refer and connect you with essential community services for the US elderly. These services may include adult day care, respite care, community meals, transportation, and even [...]