Enjoying a gathering outdoors out in the summertime is one of the best perks of the good weather. However, preparing the logistics of a cookout and cooking that large amount of food can be overwhelming, especially without additional help. But with a bit of planning beforehand, it can make a big difference in making that…
Everyone knows that leading an active lifestyle with regular physical exercise is important. However, while it is easy to tell someone to do this, it can be really hard to do. Especially for older adults who are coping with underlying health conditions or mobility problems due to physical deterioration, restarting physical activity can seem like…
On a beautiful sunny day, it is a natural reaction to want to do some sunbathing. This is especially so after the cold months of winter. However, there are many reasons why many dermatologists advocate for limiting your sun exposure! If you are older, it can be easy to dismiss concerns about aging skin as…
>Companionship and love are important elements that make life worth living. This means that opportunities for dating and forming meaningful relationships should continue throughout a person’s life, at any age. If you are looking for a partner after being widowed, divorced, or just because you are feeling lonely, there is no reason why you cannot…
When it comes to learning new things in your older years, many people can easily dismiss it with the phrase that “old dogs cannot learn new tricks”. This is simply not true, and each chapter of life opens up new doors to a wide range of new opportunities and possibilities. If there is something that…
Children and young adults can go from sitting still to running full speed in an instant and it does not seem to hurt them in any way. This is an ability that we may lose as we age. Even so, it is highly recommended for us to warm up before we perform any heavy exercises,…
As we age, our risk of developing cancer may increase. Cancer is not always preventable, but older adults and their caregivers can still be educated on ways to keep the odds to a bare minimum. Here are several tips that we have put together on how you can prevent cancer in older adults. Preventing Cancer…
At GreenTree At Westwood, we believe in creating a highly conducive environment for our residents to rest and relax and experience great comfort as well as optimum functionality. All of our apartments and suites come fully furnished with modern furniture and top-of-the-line appliances that provide maximum convenience for residents’ daily ease. If you are looking…
Trying to find resources on retirement in Columbus, IN? We have collated a list of ten different reasons to relocate here which we hope will help you to make a well-informed decision for yourself and the whole family. World-Class Retirement Communities Columbus has something to offer for every older adult. Whether you are looking to…
The Internet came into being just a few decades back, which means that the elderly population may not have grown with this technology. That does not mean that they have no access to it. In fact, many of them may already be into Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media platforms. They may also be…