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Guess What’s Back? (Hint: It’s the Flu)

Looking back over the last few years, have you noticed you battled fewer colds and likely didn’t catch the flu at all? If you did, you’re not alone. For most of us, the precautions put in place to prevent COVID had the happy side effect of also protecting us from the flu. Flu numbers in [...]

2023-01-31T15:40:29-08:00January 1st, 2023|Senior Health & Wellness|Comments Off on Guess What’s Back? (Hint: It’s the Flu)

Justice Department Implements New Measures Against Elder Fraud and Abuse

It’s no secret that our world evolves quickly. With new technologies emerging seemingly every day, keeping up with the latest can be difficult for people of all ages. But this is especially true for seniors! These constant changes don’t just slow you down when communicating with friends and families—they can also make you more susceptible [...]

2022-11-04T16:36:44-07:00November 1st, 2022|Senior Health & Wellness|Comments Off on Justice Department Implements New Measures Against Elder Fraud and Abuse

Why More Seniors are Taking Up Forest Bathing—and How You Can Too!

When you hear the term forest bathing, you probably conjure the image of a sun-dappled pool in the midst of towering trees with intrepid explorers discovering and bathing in these wilderness gems. Sounds divine, right? But, unfortunately, not very accessible for seniors!  Luckily, this practice requires neither a physical forest nor actual bathing. Much like the [...]

2022-07-08T10:41:30-07:00July 1st, 2022|Senior Health & Wellness|Comments Off on Why More Seniors are Taking Up Forest Bathing—and How You Can Too!

Glimmers: Stop Doomscrolling and Focus on the Positive

We all want to connect with the world and with each other. We all want to be informed. The problem is, when you can't stop doomscrolling, the daily news can make humanity seem more bad than good. Over the past few years, you’ve read quite a bit on social media about all sorts of negative [...]

2022-07-08T10:35:43-07:00June 1st, 2022|Senior Health & Wellness|Comments Off on Glimmers: Stop Doomscrolling and Focus on the Positive

Feel Better and Be Better with These Two Great Reads for Seniors

There’s no better feeling than curling up with a good book. You’re holding a cup of tea, maybe you’re hearing the sound of rain outside, and suddenly all is right with the world. Reading has a healing effect. Books take us out of our daily lives, inform us and can help us forget our worries [...]

2022-05-03T13:50:00-07:00May 3rd, 2022|Senior Health & Wellness|Comments Off on Feel Better and Be Better with These Two Great Reads for Seniors

Virtual Reality at Your Fingertips: A Simple Guide to Inviting VR Into Your Life

In our previous posts on virtual reality (here and here), we explored the benefits of integrating VR into your life. Reduce anxiety, activate your memory, and check items off your bucket list right from home—the possibilities are endless! Senior living communities across the U.S. (and the globe) are enhancing their residents’ well-being with VR. A [...]

2022-03-06T15:51:33-08:00March 7th, 2022|Senior Health & Wellness, Senior Technology|Comments Off on Virtual Reality at Your Fingertips: A Simple Guide to Inviting VR Into Your Life

Yoga in Fiji? Hike the Grand Canyon? You Can Do it ALL Without Leaving Home

Last month, we shared with you news about the exciting new world of virtual reality (VR) and the numerous health benefits for seniors. But have you considered how VR positively impacts your well-being? Of course, there are many different ways you can use VR to improve your well-being. Whether you’re just having fun inside the [...]

2022-03-06T15:27:39-08:00January 25th, 2022|Senior Health & Wellness, Senior Technology|Comments Off on Yoga in Fiji? Hike the Grand Canyon? You Can Do it ALL Without Leaving Home

4 Ways Virtual Reality Can Improve Your Health and Well-Being After 60

What do you think of when you hear the words “virtual reality”? If it’s a vision of young people wearing headgear and wildly waving their arms around at nothing … well, you’re right. But virtual reality, VR for short, isn’t just for the youngsters anymore. Seniors are experiencing incredibly positive health outcomes with VR! While [...]

2022-03-06T15:27:31-08:00January 3rd, 2022|Senior Health & Wellness, Senior Technology|Comments Off on 4 Ways Virtual Reality Can Improve Your Health and Well-Being After 60

Can SilverSneakers Fitness for Seniors Really Help You Live Longer?

Exercise. You know you need to stay physically active to benefit both body and mind. You might even know regular exercise decreases the risk of conditions like heart disease and stroke. But getting started can be difficult! Silversneakers Fitness for Seniors can be one of the best choices to make if you're wanting to up [...]

2023-02-04T04:14:57-08:00November 10th, 2021|Fitness, Senior Health & Wellness|Comments Off on Can SilverSneakers Fitness for Seniors Really Help You Live Longer?

10 Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Seniors

And just like that, the time to plan for Thanksgiving has arrived! Why does the holiday season always seem to take us by surprise? Just yesterday summer was in full bloom. Today we’re suddenly preparing for colder weather, planning for holiday meals and gatherings, and prepping for upcoming travel.  With the hustle and bustle of [...]

2023-02-04T04:15:06-08:00November 10th, 2021|Senior Health & Wellness|Comments Off on 10 Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Seniors