Throughout history, people and animals have coexisted closely. Interaction with pets not only makes us feel good—it also promotes good health, according to an array of studies. For many seniors, owning a pet or spending time with animals in some other setting offers a boost to physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. This month's puzzle contains 20 words having to…
Health Benefits of Pets for Seniors Anyone who has owned a pet knows the joy an animal can bring to one’s life. You often hear enthusiasts describing their pets as their “children” and including them in family vacations and activities. Additionally, animals have been used in helping people with various disabilities get around in the world, helping them to navigate…
February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Month. Many eye diseases are treatable if diagnosed early enough. But often, the damage from eye disease happens slowly, so a person doesn't notice a loss of vision until it is too late. Vision loss can lead to depression, inactivity and overall decline in seniors. The top cause of impaired eyesight in older adults is…
What you should know about heart disease February is American Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States—but according to the National Institutes of Health, heart disease is also one of the most preventable conditions. With the aging of our population, our healthcare system is now putting increased emphasis on controllable risk factors such…
Senior Exercise Photos Above: Big smiles from Fitness for Health participants. Below top to bottom: Betty Steinmetz strengthens balance and concentration as she swats popping lights on the Sports Wall. Judy Bergman mimics movement patterns displayed on the interactive Trazer screen at Fitness for Health. Charlotte Podgor bends and stretches to tap flashing lights on the Batak machine. Spiced…
Alzheimers Care from Assisting Hands Home Care Potomac. It is distressing to start to notice the warning signs of Alzheimers Disease in a loved one. And it is hard to know where to turn at such a time. Assisting Hands Home Care Potomac can help. Each person with Alzheimers or dementia has a unique set of care needs. These needs…
Give yourself the gift of healthier holidays by selecting foods that support wellness. "The Gift of Healthy Holiday Dining" Wordfind Your need for healthy eating doesn't take a holiday. A few indulgences won't hurt, but if you already started with Halloween candy and ended November with pumpkin pie and turkey gravy, you may already be carrying a few extra pounds…
Wellness Resolutions for 2015: Three great lifestyle choices for seniors and family caregivers Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year to all our friends and families! This is a great time to take stock of our plans for 2015. Have you made your New Year’s resolutions yet? There is no shortage of research on aging and caregiving—findings that can…
We often hear of a person being rushed to the hospital with a heart attack after shoveling snow. Is snow shoveling really dangerous for seniors? It turns out that the extra exertion and the heavy weight of the snow are both culprits, as might be expected. However, a study from Pennsylvania State University shows that cold air itself puts extra…
As a recent Congressional Budget Office (CBO) report predicted a doubling of nursing home and other long-term care costs, the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (NAPGCM) released the results of a survey of 335 aging experts that provides advice to families to help them keep aging parents in their own homes and prevent premature placement in a nursing…
