The list of benefits that come with hiking is long, esp. for aging adults.
The Art of Tidying Up For Seniors
Moving or downsizing is a great excuse to finally tackle all the clutter and forgotten piles of junk that accumulate over the years. That doesn’t have to be the only reason, however, to clean and organize your home. Thanks to Japanese organizing consultant Marie...
Could Yoga Be the Key to Fall Prevention?
Falls are often thought of as a normal part of aging, and while they are quite common, they don’t have to be accepted as a consequence of growing older. The Centers for Disease Control has found that millions of people over the age of 65 experience a fall each year,...
Fall Prevention Awareness Month: Bedroom Safety
September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month, which not only brings more attention to the dangers of senior falls, but also helps educate people on fall prevention for seniors. Falls in the elderly can have serious long-term health ramifications. In the U.S., an older...
Talking To Your Parents About the Dangers of Senior Falls
Experiencing a fall as you age is always scary, but even more so when it has serious medical ramifications. The Centers for Disease Control estimates that one in five senior falls can lead to broken hips, broken bones, and even traumatic brain injury. Of the nearly...
Factors That Lead to Senior Falls
Falls happen. They happen throughout life at all ages and stages–as toddlers, at recitals, on college campuses, on the sidewalk, and even at home. But there comes a time when falls become a real hazard to your health and safety. That time typically coincides...
