It came as no surprise to Meth-Wick staff that “programs for older adults” is predicted by fitness professionals worldwide to be one of the year’s top 20 fitness trends. Meth-Wick’s …
Category: Health and Wellness
Expanding on last week’s blog, a study by Yale University found that people who read books live an average of 23 months longer than those who don’t. The findings were based …
Bookworms, take heart. Two studies reveal significant health benefits as a result of reading books. We’ll discuss one study in this blog and tackle the second one next week. In …
“Connections between generations are essential for the mental health and stability of a nation.” – Margaret Mead Over the last several months, we’ve touched on topics that increase health in …
Loneliness negatively affects the health of the person experiencing it. This is especially true for older adults. While loneliness is frequently a result of isolation, this is not always the …
“The times they are a-changin’” is the refrain of a popular Bob Dylan song from the 1960s. While we’re pretty sure he wasn’t singing about aging in America, the words …
The “Falls Prevention” program by the National Council on Aging (NCOA) reminds seniors, and those who love them, that falls can be avoided by taking a proactive approach. If …
Caregivers often encourage people with dementia to talk about their past as a way to keep them engaged and responsive to their surroundings. While this type of therapy can be …
You’ve probably seen the TV ads touting online puzzles as a way to improve brain function. But a growing body of research, like the study led by Dr. Denise Park …
Recent research shows that social activities, like dancing, can reduce the risk of dementia among seniors. Stanford University’s dance studies department highlighted a study on the school’s website that took …