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Medical Fitness Week - 3 Cardio Exercise Tips for Seniors

By: Elizabeth Bemis April 15th, 2013

April 22 to 28 is Medical Fitness Week! So what does this mean for you? Well, the “National Walking Challenge” is one of the events planned for the week, and everyone across the country is encouraged to walk, that includes you! Walking is the best cardio exercise for seniors. It improves blood circulation, it’s easy on the joints and it’s not complicated to do. If you can still move, you can perform a variety of heart-engaging activity. It’s not too late to improve your fitness level and your quality of life.

10 Things You Should Have in Place for Your Aging Parents

By: Elizabeth Bemis April 12th, 2013

Watching your aging parent’s health decline is heart wrenching, especially when you feel like a helpless bystander. It’s during this time; however, you can show your loved one that you are their greatest fan! Start to ‘clean house’ by overseeing the affairs of your aging parents, ideally with their approval, and before a health crisis develops.

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9 Do's and Don'ts When Choosing an Assisted Living Community

By: Elizabeth Bemis April 10th, 2013

Choosing an assisted living community is one of those decisions in life when you need to get it right the first time. After all, it’s a long-term commitment and you want the best fit for maximum comfort over the long term. So, what should you look for? What must you avoid? Here are a few do’s and don’ts from the experts you might want to consider:

7 Things You Need to Know about Senior Caregiving

By: Elizabeth Bemis April 8th, 2013

Does this sound familiar… Mom needs to get to the doctor’s for an urgent medical concern and you are stuck at work, Dad just fell and needs help so someone has to get over to the house, or Auntie’s prescription has just run out and she doesn’t have medication to get through the rest of the week.

World Health Day: Control Your Blood Pressure

By: Elizabeth Bemis April 5th, 2013

Every year, The World Health Organization declares a day to be World Health Day, to bring awareness to health issues faced by many people around the world. Millions of people are affected by the same disease everyday, and the World Health Organization wants to bring awareness that no one is alone.

The Essential Guide to Touring a Senior Living Community [Free Offer]

By: Elizabeth Bemis April 3rd, 2013

As one ages, the thought of moving into a new home can be daunting. This needn’t be the case. These days senior living communities offer activities, trips, transportation, on-site health services and medical staff, nutrition and dining services, and varied design options to cater to one’s needs and much more.

The Importance of Diabetes Care

By: Elizabeth Bemis April 2nd, 2013

Diabetes can be a very confusing and overwhelming condition. It is important as you manage your health that you become aware of ways to prevent this disease and manage it if you are diagnosed. People who are overweight, inactive, and over age 45 are at a higher risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetes prevention is a huge factor in positive senior health outcomes.

Bringing Awareness to National Public Health Week

By: Elizabeth Bemis April 1st, 2013

Every year, the American Public Health Association names the first week in April to be National Public Health Week, highlighting an issue that is important to improving the public's health. This year's theme is "Public Health is ROI: Save Lives, Save Money." This week will focus on the importance of public health to prevent disease, save lives, and maximize your 'Return On Investment' to your overall health.

7 Eye-Opening Facts You Didn’t Know About Medicare

By: Elizabeth Bemis March 28th, 2013

How much do you really know about your Medicare program? Since the many hot-media-debates, the dust is finally settling on the real facts. Medicare is the premier healthcare coverage for seniors with over 47 million enrollees and growing rapidly; yet its coverage is like a puzzle with many moving parts. Just when you thought you had it figured out, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) comes along and throws you back off track. The thing is, Medicare is not just a government hand-out you accept at age 65--it’s something you’ve earned--and can claim based on facts. Here are seven (7) surprising facts you may not have known about Medicare.

7 Terrible Pieces of Advice When Caring for Elderly Parents

By: Elizabeth Bemis March 25th, 2013

At times rewarding and other times downright frustrating, caring for elder parents can be quite the challenge. Reaching out for advice from uncensored, untrained sources may not give you the solution you crave. Why? Because most often the perception surrounding what older folks can and cannot do are wrong—much like a generation gap—you feel you’re speaking another language and they feel misunderstood.

Why We Love Companies That Care Day

By: Elizabeth Bemis March 22nd, 2013

Why should you care about March 21st? Because yesterday was “Companies that Care Day”; a day which according to Companies that Care, an organization that raises awareness for the appreciation and fair, equal treatment of employees at every company "encourages employers to highlight and expand their employee and community initiatives, and recognize the people who make their companies successful."