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Functional Flexibility for Seniors We know that exercise is important for health and longevity. But do you know that flexibility is critical to your health also, especially as people age? When you have a larger range of motion, you’re less likely to be injured while exercising or doing daily activities. Stretching will help your body to walk, lift, and bend…
Aging Parents in South Florida: Long Distance Caregivers “My mother can no longer live on her own. She’s in South Florida — but I’m in New York. Where do I go from here?” As you try to figure out how best to care for your aging parent living out of state, the emotional decisions and logistics may seem overwhelming… but…
Why Exercise as We Age? Your friends and family members have been urging you to start exercising. You know you probably should lose a few pounds, but is exercise really helpful for seniors? The National Institute on Aging states that inactivity is one of the most risky behaviors in which a senior can engage. Inactivity robs you of strength and…
Independence Vs. Protection: How to Support Your Aging Loved One When you have an elderly parent or family member, you understand how important it is to help protect him or her. But have you thought about the importance of helping your loved one maintain independence as he or she ages? While challenging, it is possible to encourage independence while protecting…
Supporting Your Spouse: Managing Diabetes Type 2 at Home Diabetes affects over 29 million people in our country. While over 1 million of these people are adults or children with type 1 diabetes, the large majority of individuals are adults with type 2 diabetes. Diabetes type 2 usually affects adults as they age, but this country is witnessing more and…