

5 Tips to Help Older Adults Stay Motivated to Exercise
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), older men and women—even those with arthritis and other chronic medical conditions—can benefit from regular exercise. Why is it important for older adults to exercise? Physical activity can help improve your mood, energy levels, and self-confidence—and that's just the tip of the iceberg. Cardiovascular and strength exercises for seniors can also prevent bone loss, relieve arthritis pain, and boost immunity and


Diet to Avoid Aspiration Pneumonia
Pneumonia is tough to deal with for anybody therefore pneumonia in the elderly can be extremely difficult. The good thing is that proper diets can help seniors avoid infections like pneumonia. Pneumonia is an infection in the lungs that is typically caused by bacteria. One way that this infection can develop is when food, drink, or even saliva are breathed into the lungs instead of swallowed into the stomach. These substances can get stuck in the lungs along with any bacteria


Why Choose Respite During Winter
Respite is a short-term care option for older adults who want to try out skilled nursing facility living full-time, give their caregivers time off, or need a place to recover after a surgery. What’s Included in Respite? 24 Hour Around the Clock Nursing Care Choosing respite means that older adults have care provided to them around the clock; including assistance with medications, wounds, medical devices, etc. Engagement: Providing a space for older adults to stay connected wi


Dementia: Understanding the Importance of Senior Sensory Stimulation
The five senses of smell, taste, hearing, seeing, and touching are how we experience the world. While our senses help us navigate our surroundings, we sometimes take them for granted. However, as we age, our senses slowly deteriorate and shift, making it even more essential to find stimulating activities to enjoy. Senior sensory stimulation is one of the best ways to use creative activities to spark positive memories and happy thoughts by engaging seniors with their surroundi