Our Friday Song of the Week – Brown Sugar
Our Friday Song of the Week – Brown Sugar
Sleeping After 60 – What You Need to Know (Video)
Sleeping After 60: Getting Rest Is Different Than Earlier in Life, and Working at It Is Key
There is a wonder-working, health-promoting elixir of youth available for free—sleep. Yeah we know sleeping after 60 is hard.
It is also true that getting rest at night is one of the things that change as we age, and not necessarily for the better. Consequently, it helps to be in control of it. Your health depends on understanding the root causes why you sleep differently. The good news is that you can adapt healthy habits at any age. Yes sleeping after 60 is possible!
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Mentally Stimulating Activities Reduce the Risk of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)
Engaging in some brain-stimulating activities was associated with a lower risk of developing MCI in a study of cognitively normal adults 70 and older, according to an article published by JAMA Neurology.
Mild cognitive impairment (MC is the intermediate zone between normal cognitive aging and dementia, so examining potential protective lifestyle-related factors against cognitive decline and dementia is important, according to the article. Listen now to the podcast.
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Senior Mobility – Important Reminders to Stay Safe (Video)
Senior Mobility – Important Reminders to Stay Safe
Experiencing problems with your own senior mobility? You’re not alone. The United States Census Bureau reports that of the almost 16 million seniors who have a disability, a whopping two thirds of them report theirs is specifically linked to issues with mobility – either walking or climbing. Senior mobility is a big issue.
As you age, difficulties with mobility may present themselves in a variety of ways including:
- Fatigue and lack of endurance when walking
- Frequent falls
- Trouble standing for more than 10 minutes at a time
- Pain or discomfort when walking or climbing stairs
- Problems with balance and coordination
There’s an App for That – Smilecast 12
There’s an App for That
When I was a caregiver for mom I learned to depend on certain apps to help me as a caregiver. There’s an app for that for many aspects of caregiving. I was partial to an app called Lotsa Helping Hands that allowed me to schedule care for mom through friends. It was a life saver. Learn how to use technology to your advantage. You will be helping yourself and getting more done. The biggest thing to remember is not to be afraid to ask for help.
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