According to the American Institute of Stress, 44% of adults ages 50 to 80 reported feelings of stress. Stress and inflammation are closely related and can increase your risk of age-related conditions. These include type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. Stress can even accelerate the aging process. Instead of letting stress affect your mental…
Memory loss and decreased cognitive function are common for many seniors. According to the Columbia University Irving Medical Center, around 22% of adults older than the age of 65 have mild cognitive impairment. It can be challenging to find ways to improve your cognitive function and brain health. Improving your sleep quality and incorporating memory…
You may have discovered that as you get older, sleeping becomes more of a challenge. However, older adults need just as much sleep as younger ones. The National Institute on Aging recommends seniors aim for 7-9 hours per night. A lack of sleep doesn’t just make us more tired during the day. It can have…
According to BMC Public Health, around 50% of people over 60 years face social isolation. Most of these people have retired and are living alone in their homes. Some have lost close loved ones and friends. Sadly, most of them don’t realize how isolation and loneliness negatively affect their health and overall quality of life.…
According to the Rhode Island Current, fatigue affects 40-74% of seniors who suffer from chronic illness. And a lack of energy isn’t unique to those with sickness. It can be due to nutrition, lifestyle, and more. Many turn to quick fixes like caffeine, but these solutions can wear off quickly and leave you drained. A…
According to the CDC, it’s estimated that nearly fourteen million seniors fall each year. Now seniors fall for a lot of different reasons. Often it’s because of declines in mobility or balance. However, there’s one secret culprit when it comes to many senior falls: unsafe lighting. When a living space is dark and poorly lit,…
Retirement has given you the gift of time – time to reflect, explore, and dive into passions that once seemed just out of reach. What if you could turn memories into memoirs, dreams into stories, or musings into poetry? Creative writing offers a canvas for your imagination, a space to share your voice, and a…