Caregiving still stressful after a loved one passes
Providing care for a senior loved one can be stressful. Many times people take on the extra work while still taking care of their own families and maintaining a full time job....
October 20, 2011
Senior GPS
Providing care for a loved one suffering from Alzheimer's disease or dementia can be hard as those afflicted with the cognitive disorders tend to forget to take their medicine, stay on top o...
October 19, 2011
Man runs marathon at age 100
Staying healthy and exercising daily has long been key to aging gracefully. However, for one man this notion has been taken to a whole new level....
October 17, 2011
Keep knees and hips intact while aging
Warding off hip or knee replacements can help a senior be able to age in place for longer. Although nearly 400,000 people have such procedures done annually, there are ways to stall or preve...
October 14, 2011
Psoriasis suffers may also be prone to specific form of arthritis
According to a new study, one in four of the 7.5 million people in the U.S. that suffer from the skin condition psoriasis, may also be suffering from psoriatic arthritis - many of whom batt...
October 13, 2011
Many retirees aren’t ready for the costs
According to a new MetLife study, many baby boomers don't comprehend what it takes to retire successfully in this day and age....
October 12, 2011
Boomers ill prepared for the future
Most boomers are trying hard to achieve a retirement that includes activities other than staying at their homes. ...
October 10, 2011
New app may help seniors and caregivers stay on top of tasks
Technology continues to amaze, as now a new iPhone, iPad or iPod app allows caregivers to know if and when their elder loved one did what they were supposed to on their own. ...
October 5, 2011
Hawaii takes senior falls seriously
State officials in Hawaii are coming together to educate the residents on the severity of senior falls, as an average of 82 seniors living on the islands die each year from fall related inju...
October 3, 2011
For MA seniors, Yoga spells balance
A number of older women in Danvers, Massachusetts, have discovered a new passion that not only helps them stay fit, but also allows them to develop balance - yoga. ...
September 29, 2011
