Falls are the leading cause of death from injury among seniors, and the risk increases with age. Fully one third of those over age 65 fall each year, and many suffer severe or even fatal injuries. Research Researchers at the Mobility and Brain Function Program at the Institute for Aging Research (Harvard Medical School) are […]

Veterans are an important class of our population and as such, it is important to know about the various benefits available to them.  Many of the benefits are based on the type of service by the veteran, the health of the veteran, or a combination of these factors. The next several paragraphs will outline benefits […]

Many retirees love going golfing as they should. It is a relaxing and social way to get outside and stay active. One quality that defines golf is its leisurely pace compared to other sports which makes it a fairly low risk sport however injuries can still happen. Common injuries are to the lower back, wrist […]

Research has shown that over the last few years the percent of the elderly using the internet has been on the rise. This has researchers excited because the internet is expected to be a positive influence on the quality of life of the elderly. Benefits that can be expect are: Retained mental sharpness: Having access […]

Water as we all know is an essential part of life as we all know. Unfortunately many of us aren’t drink enough of it. According to some studies the human body should drink between 3-5 pints of water a day. The following list is comprised of the benefits of drinking plenty of water: Water can […]

If you are a loved one’s care taker you probably know all the details about the health of the person for whom you’re caring. You’re on top of what medications must be taken and when, and you can probably even spot minor changes in her mood and attitude. Are you just as aware about what […]

Seniors don’t need as much sleep as they did when they were younger. They usually only need 7-8 hours a day.   Unfortunately for many they seem to have trouble getting those hours. These are some suggestions that can help with getting more sleep. See a doctor if you are experiencing chronic pain, depression, or frequent […]

Winter is nearly upon us and as the temperatures drop and the snow falls it is important to prepare for the dangers that come with winter. For seniors in the northern part of the country winter poses a number of risks we need to be on the look out for. Reports have shown much higher […]

I have doing a lot of reading recently about the pros and cons for seniors on the topic of owning a pet and I have come out conflicted.  Many studies have proven that pets are good for the health their owners Studies suggest that pet owners will commonly have their blood pressure improve, their disposition on life […]