Senior care has evolved over the course of many years, with aging in place now becoming a priority among baby boomers.
How to Stay Properly Hydrated
Summer is upon us, which means that it’s hot, humid, and your perspiration rate is at its highest. And the more you sweat, the more likely you are to experience symptoms of dehydration if you’re elderly. Staying well-hydrated is important year-round, but especially...
Chiropractic Manipulation May Increase Risk of Stroke
According to an article published in the Guardian, there have been well over 500 documented cases of patients suffering from a stroke after having their neck manipulated by a chiropractor. “What seems to happen is that certain manipulations carried out by...
Yoga Pilates Fusion for Older Adults
By Guest Contributor Sarah Croce Regardless of age, I encourage all my students to think about a daily combination of Yoga and Pilates to be just as important as the ritual of brushing their teeth. And for seniors, the routine can be just as simple. Good news, right?...
The Cost of Caring For Alzheimer’s and Dementia
There are more than 65 million people in the U.S. caring for a sick, disabled or elderly loved one, according to The National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP. A study published recently in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that the number of Americans with...
Taking Control of Your Cholesterol
According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease is the number one leading cause of deaths in the United States. It’s very important for all people, especially over the age of 65, to get their cholesterol levels under control to decrease their risks...
