Sonja Shute and Christina DeSantis are participating in the Caregiver Smile Summit Sonja and Christina are participating in the Caregiver Smile Summit. Sonja is Senior Director of Presbyterian Senior Services’ Circle of Care program in New York City. Originally from Canada, Sonja received her Master of Social Work degree from Wilfrid...
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The Importance of New Year’s Resolutions for Seniors – Charlotte Today
The Importance of New Year’s Resolutions for Seniors – Charlotte Today NEW YEAR’S Resolutions are just for the young, right? Not necessarily. They actually has practical value for older people and can impact your overall health positively. Provide Purpose If nothing else, they provide us with goals and purpose in our...
The Importance of New Year’s Resolutions for Seniors – Charlotte Today
The Importance of New Year’s Resolutions for Seniors – Charlotte Today NEW YEAR’S Resolutions are just for the young, right? Not necessarily. They actually has practical value for older people and can impact your overall health positively. Provide Purpose If nothing else, they provide us with goals and purpose in our...
Our Friday Song of the Week – Sherry
Our Friday Song of the Week – Sherry
Foods Linked to Decreased Memory Loss in Men
Orange Juice, Leafy Greens and Berries May Be Tied to Decreased Memory Loss in Men Eating leafy greens, dark orange and red vegetables and berry fruits, and drinking orange juice may be associated with a lower risk of memory loss over time in men, according to a study published in...
Lightheaded When Standing? Dementia Risk Later? Smilecast 189
Feel Lightheaded when Standing Up? You May Have a Greater Dementia Risk (Editor’s Note: I am only reporting on the study. It does not imply my endorsement or belief in it) People who feel faint, dizzy or lightheaded when standing up may be experiencing a sudden drop in blood pressure...
Our Friday Song of the Year – Big Girls Don’t Cry
Our Friday Song of the Year – Big Girls Don’t Cry
Senior Driver – Tips to be Safe on the Road – Smilecast 188
The Senior Driver: Tips to Be Safer on the Road Promoting positive aging begins with understanding a senior’s daily life. If a senior is still living independently, chances are that he or she drives a car on a regular basis. Unfortunately, the risk for getting into a car accident as...
Diabetes and Parkinson’s Link? Smilecast 187
Diabetes and Parkinson’s Disease Link Possible People with type 2 diabetes may have an increased risk of having a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease later in life, according to a large study published in the online issue of Neurology®. In addition, the risk between diabetes and Parkinson’s may be higher for...
Aerobic Exercise May Improve Thinking Skills in Older Adults
In Just Six Months, Aerobic Exercise May Help Those with Thinking Problems Getting the heart pumping with aerobic exercise, like walking or cycling for 35 minutes three times a week, may improve thinking skills in older adults with cognitive impairments, according to a study published in Neurology®, the medical journal...