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Hypothermia and hyperthermia are both conditions that can happen when the body is exposed to extreme temperatures or when the body is unable to regulate body temperature. Hypothermia can happen with prolonged exposure to cold temperatures and when this happens, older adults are at risk of experiencing…

Today is National Houseplant Appreciation Day and an excellent opportunity to celebrate the joys and benefits of tending to an indoor garden. Cultivating a garden is a great activity for seniors and it’s fun, purposeful, and even provides numerous health benefits.Indoor gardening and houseplants are…

Happy New Year! As 2022 has come to a wrap and 2023 is already underway we are filled with hope to make this year better than the last. During the month of January, many people make New Year’s resolutions as a goal and desire to change. January is also National Hobby Month, a perfect time to start…

October is National Estate Planning Awareness Month and it’s an important time to think about proper estate planning. A comprehensive Estate Plan has many different components, but perhaps the most important parts of your plan are those having to do with your health. There are estate planning documents…

October is National Estate Planning Awareness month. Each October across the United States, individuals and families are reminded of the importance of creating and/or maintaining an estate plan. Creating a will or estate plan is essential for everyone, but especially important for seniors.Estate planning…

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, a time to learn about this common disease. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women. The older you are, the more likely you are to get breast cancer and that’s why it’s important to understand the symptoms, warning signs, and risk factors…

September is Self-Improvement Month and it’s the perfect time to work on yourself and implement positive and lasting changes in your life or the lives of your loved ones. Self-esteem is a challenging topic for many people regardless of age. As we grow, typically between the ages of 60-70 is when self-esteem…

September is Self-Improvement Month, and it is a time to remind ourselves and our loved ones that we all need to improve and care for ourselves. A positive view of life can help alleviate some of the medical issues that an older adult may face such as cognitive decline, stress, loss of appetite, and…