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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 for a moment. They connect us to the world and to others, but they also remind us of our duties to ourselves. Reading is about solitude, and yet a book can also inspire internal growth. Altogether, this makes reading a uniquely profound experience. But finding [...]
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 senior living facility that launched its VR pilot program in 2017 has now integrated VR into all 15 of their facilities. And luxury facilities aren’t the only ones participating in this trend. Smaller communities are following suit. Why? Because the cost of VR programs keeps [...]
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 experience, purposefully playing a game or educating yourself on a new topic, there are significant health benefits. Here’s how VR can help you feel better, mind, body and soul. #1. Mind VR is just as effective for the mind as the body. By engaging this [...]
4 Ways Virtual Reality Can Improve Your Health and Well-Being After 60
How Virtual Reality is Transforming Experiences for Seniors 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 VR may sound like science fiction, tech companies are taking interest in the senior market. In a series of articles over the next few months, we’ll explore how VR can improve your health and well-being. What is [...]
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 your fitness routine in 2023! Regardless of what’s been stopping you, now is the time to make a change and increase your physical activity. The good news is that, depending on your Medicare plan, you may have access to SilverSneakers—a comprehensive, fun fitness program for [...]
10 Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Seniors
Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Seniors: Enjoy the Holiday Safely and Stress-Free 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 the holiday season, safety often takes a back seat. From basic food handling to scheduling downtime, we’re sharing our Thanksgiving safety tips for seniors. Protecting your holiday mental health There’s a lot of attention [...]
It’s Fall, Y’all!
Autumn is finally here! How did that happen so fast? One minute we’re enjoying the sunshine and barbecues in the backyard, and the next we’re welcoming Mr. Autumn Man and digging out wool sweaters. Fall always inspires mixed emotions. On the one hand, we’re sad to see the sunny days and beach trips slip away. On the other hand, the changing weather provides a time for reflection, connection with loved ones and some fantastic fall activities. Since fall has officially arrived, we’re sharing five ways to make the most of the season. #1. Know your AEP options Along with the [...]
What is Elder Fraud and How is the USA fighting it?
If you’ve been reading our recent articles and keeping up with the news, you’ve no doubt heard about the rampant elder fraud targeting seniors. In addition to internet and telephone scams that try to steal funds from unsuspecting seniors, there’s also the frightening trend of elder guardianship scams that you should be aware of. Elder fraud ring busted Feeling like you’re a target for fraud is scary, but today we’re reporting a reason to celebrate! A “grandparent scam” fraud ring that extracted nearly $2 million from more than 70 seniors was recently stopped by the Department of Justice (DOJ). This [...]
Getting Back to Senior Summer Fun (2023 UPDATE)
Summer 2023 is coming fast, and we’re ready for it! With COVID-19 (mostly) in retreat, mask mandates lifting, and life looking more normal than it has in a long time, now’s the time to get out and get active! We decided to update the fun summer activities for seniors for 2023. Sixty-one percent of Americans gained weight during the pandemic. If you’re one of them, exercising more will not only help you shed those extra pounds, but also improve your mental and emotional health. Let’s get Active: Fun Summer Activities for Seniors After being cooped up all winter, enjoying some [...]
Flaneuring: The Latest Trend in Walking
Whether you live in New York City, on a farm in Kansas or in a tiny town in California, walking was popular in 2020. For many of us, a walk was a safe way to enjoy the outdoors, pass the time and get some much-needed exercise. A few people went above and beyond, though. They introduced the 21st century to a 19th-century trend: flaneuring. Never heard of it? You’re not the only one. What is a Flaneuring? Flaneuring comes from the French word flaneur and refers to a person who likes to stroll or saunter. The term was created to [...]
