Seniors and Social Wellness

Seniors and Social Wellness

The Importance of an Active Social Life Social wellness is one of the eight dimensions of wellness, which also include physical, intellectual, emotional, environmental, occupational, financial, and spiritual wellness. All eight dimensions are extremely important to...
Seniors and Social Wellness

Importance of Proper Nutrition for Seniors

As people age, a change in the appetite can be normal because the metabolism slows as does the activity level, which means the body needs fewer calories. If meals are being skipped or poor food choices are being made, the nutrition of your loved one can suffer. Poor...
Seniors and Social Wellness

For Caregivers: Don’t Burn Out, Find a Respite

So many of us, whether we realize it or not, are caregivers. Approximately 40 million Americans provide unpaid care to adults with disabilities—the majority of whom also juggle a job, and other responsibilities, such as children or pets. Trying to wear all these hats...
Seniors and Social Wellness

Steps to Fall Proofing Your Home

More than 75% of falls take place inside or in close proximity to the home, but your home doesn’t have to be an obstacle course of potential falls. Some simple and quick changes will easily help reduce your risk of falling. Review the steps below to get started today....
Seniors and Social Wellness

Flu + You

Influenza, commonly known as “the flu”, is a serious and potentially life threatening disease, especially in adults 65 years of age and older. Influenza is a common respiratory infection caused by influenza viruses. The flu is easily passed from person to person...