Get On the Move The Joy of Exercise
A recent BBC Horizon documentary investigated scientific evidence that it is possible to get fit by exercising for just 20 seconds three times a week. Barry Kennedy looks at ways to improve your fitness and mobility as you age. Sounds incredible doesn’t it? But there is evidence to suggest that it works. However, as with […]
Finding Home Care for Elderly Family Members
A live-in aide could be a good option for your family. Around the clock care from an aide isn’t cheap, but it may be the best option for your family in certain situations, especially if you need live-in care for just a short period of time. Whether you need long-term or short-term care for […]
Yoga for Senior Citizens
Yoga may seem like a fad for young people, but there’s plenty of good reasons for senior citizens to do it too. Many of the physical improvements that result from yoga directly address the health concerns of older individuals. Getting involved in the exercise may lead to a number of important benefits. Most experts agree that […]
Coping with Dementia Affects Everyone
Caring for elderly relatives is rarely an easy experience, even for those individuals who have been doing so for many years. Every day brings with it a host of new challenges that need to be overcome, and there are often times when it seems there is nowhere to turn to for help and advice. The […]
Medical Notification Services for Seniors
We recently discovered a valuable service that helps senior citizens in medical emergencies. If your elderly parent or grandparent were rushed to the hospital – when would you find out? When would emergency room staff get vital medical records? Well, fortunately My Notification Services makes it possible to contact relatives quickly and send medical information fast. […]