Staying Connected In A Crisis
Especially for vulnerable individuals, staying connected during a crisis is critical to their health. Watch this video to learn what ingredients go into effective outreach when we need it the most. (Video by hms.com)
Loss of Memory
It seems like one of the biggest issues regarding the health of older adults is about memory loss. Decades of research have been done in this area and this has been a concern for
National Physical Therapy Month
National Physical Therapy Month (NPTM) is a time when there is a raised awareness of physical therapists (PTs), physical therapy assistants (PTAs), and how they may help people with pain management to live healthier
The Best Exercises For Your Bones
Certain types of exercise can increase muscle mass, which in turn enhances strength, muscle control, bal-ance, and coordination. Good balance and coordination can mean the difference between falling—and suffering a fracture—and staying on your feet.
Minding Your Memory
Everyone experiences the occasional "senior moment" as they age. You may misplace everyday items, fail to recall the name of someone you just met, or forget to do something. While these memory slips can be
Alcoholism and Older Adults
Some people are under the notion that alcohol abuse is limited to young adults, but many older adults abuse drugs and particularly alcohol. Younger people are more likely to abuse illicit substances and older
Healthy Aging Month
Healthy Aging Month is observed this year in September. The theme of this month is to celebrate it by reinventing yourself. This annual observance focuses on the positive aspects of growing older. The mission
Friendships in the Later Years
As I get older, I understand how important it is to foster healthy relationships. As a teenager, I saw how easy it was for people to be in “cliques” and seemingly have those relationships
Cataract Awareness Month
In honor of Cataract Awareness Month, it will be wise to get your eyes checked. Unfortunately, many insurance companies do not cover optical care, but you may find great value in taking care of
How to Broach the Topic of Death and Dying with Family and Friends
From personal experience, I’ve found that talking about issues related to death and dying is, in large part, an unwanted subject. It’s one that I’ve seen be avoided like the plague. The fact is