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8 Conversation Starters to Help Plan for the Future

There are certain topics we tend to put off discussing because we worry the conversation will be uncomfortable or even confrontational. One obvious example, is talking to an older parent about their living arrangements and whether they’ll need help. We tend to approach this conversation with the kind of anxiety usually reserved for surgical procedures....

National Glaucoma Awareness Month

Glaucoma’s one of the leading causes of vision loss and blindness. It’s actually a group of diseases where pressure (usually) builds up and damages the eye’s optic nerve. National Glaucoma Awareness Month, in January, reminds all of us to get regular eye exams and show support for those suffering. Types of this disease include open–angle...

Tips to Prevent Falls During Winter Months

These eight tips can help you to maintain your balance and move confidently across snowy, icy, or wet surfaces: Wear shoes with good traction. Dress warm. If you’re warm, your muscles will stay relaxed. Tense muscles can adversely affect your balance. Be careful getting out of your car. Plant both feet firmly on the ground...

Noticing the Need: Checking On Aging Parents Over the Holidays

The holidays are a seen for a time of joy, but often under-discussed is the reality that comes along with visiting loved ones who are aging. Many times, visits home leave relatives with wondering if their aging loved ones are losing their ability to live independently. As someone who works with families each and every...

Cold Weather Safety for Older Adults

With quickly dipping temperatures happening unusually early this season, it is extremely important to be aware of the exposure to cold weather for the Older Adults and Seniors in our lives. Here are a few excellent tips to keep in mind this winter from the National Institute on Aging. Keep Warm Inside People who are...

Older Driver Safety Awareness

One of the toughest things for an individual to give up is their independence. One aspect that exemplifies independence for all of us as we get older is driving. I can remember how the world changed when I received my driver’s license. As we age, we encounter age-related changes that impact our independence and, if...

National Diabetes Month & Senior Health

National Diabetes Month was established to educate and assist people to make changes to their lifestyle to prevent Type 2 Diabetes and understand Type 1 Diabetes. For Seniors as well as younger adults, there are several steps you can put into place to prevent Type 2 Diabetes and increase your overall health. Because Type 2...

National Health Center Week

National Health Center Week is an annual celebration with to raise awareness about the accomplishments of America’s health centers over the past fifty years.   There are nearly 1,400 health center organizations with more than 11,000 locations in urban, suburban and rural communities across the country. They can be found in all 50 states and U.S. territories. All health centers offer comprehensive...

National Immunization Awareness Month

August is National Immunization Awareness Month. As we celebrate National Breastfeeding Month we are reminded of the importance of immunizing our babies and children.  However, we often forget about immunizations as we age. It is just as important that our Seniors follow up on their regular immunizations. One immunization important for Seniors is Pneumovax. CDC recommends...