Eat Smart for Your Heart | Week 2 30-Day Challenge
Welcome to Week 2: Nourishing Your Heart You made it through Week 1. That is something to feel good about. Whether you moved every day or just a few times, you showed up and started building a habit. That matters. This week, we turn our attention to food. Not dieting. Not giving up your favorite meals. Just learning how heart-healthy choices can fit into your everyday life. Food plays an important role in overall wellness as we age. The foods you eat can support energy, digestion, and heart health. Small changes can add up over time. Week 2 is about [...]
Start Your Heart-Healthy Journey | Week 1 30-Day Challenge
Welcome to Your 30-Day Heart-Healthy Challenge When it comes to heart health, small changes can matter. You do not need to run marathons or overhaul your entire routine overnight. Simple, steady steps can support how your body feels and moves each day. That is what this 30-day challenge is all about. This challenge is designed for those who want to focus on healthy habits in a realistic way. Each week has a simple theme. You move at your own pace. You choose what works for you. Week 1 is all about movement. Not intense workouts. Just gentle activity that fits [...]
4 Best Streaming Devices for Seniors
If you read our article on the best streaming services for seniors, we hope you were able to narrow down the list to one that suits your lifestyle. But your journey isn’t over just yet! Next, we’re going to look at the best streaming devices for seniors. There are several streaming devices to choose from, each offering different advantages. To help inform your purchase, we’ve put together a list of the best streaming devices for seniors. When you make your decision, you’ll (finally!) be ready to stream your favorite shows and movies whenever you want. What are the best [...]
A Guide to the Best Streaming Services for Seniors
Get personalized Medicare assistance CALL NOW (855) 434-2657 Unlock personalized Medicare assistance Fill out this form and we will call you at a convenient time. What are the best streaming services for seniors? While there’s no specific streaming service aimed at seniors (yet!), some are easier to navigate than others and offer shows that appeal to a wide audience. You’ll definitely be able to find the right entertainment for you in the list below! (You can find more of our suggestions here) 1. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]














