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Living Well
Find helpful articles on health, wellness, finances, safety, and other topics that support a vibrant, fulfilling senior lifestyle.
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 …
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 …
While most people are aware that volunteering provides emotional rewards, few realize the positive impact it has on their physical health. A recent study in Social Science and Medicine discovered …
When water’s properties are combined with a water temperature of 92 degrees, you have the optimum conditions for healing and recovering from injury, surgery or chronic conditions such as osteoarthritis. …
You enjoy your book club, visits with grandkids and lunch with friends, but did you also know these are good for your health? Research shows that social interaction is good …
In recent years, the “graying of America” has inspired a re-evaluation of the way people age, emphasizing the potential of seniors rather than their limitations. This new perspective goes hand-in-hand …