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Practical Exercises to Improve Health for Seniors
Any amount of exercise is better than no exercise, even if it involves sneaking in a few squats while watching TV or going for a quick, five-minute walk after dinner. Just a few minutes of exercise can boost your energy and mood and reduce symptoms of many health...
Risk of falling still barrier to aging-in-place
A recent study by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), found that while federal agencies have programs designed to prevent falls or improve accessibility for older adults and those with disabilities, the programs: serve a limited number of...
Age in Place Successfully: 8 tips to prevent falls
Falling is the largest barrier to aging-in-place, but there are many simple ways to age-in-place successly but preventing falls. The CDC estimates about 36 million falls are reported among aging adults every year. While osteoporosis and arthritis are common...
Fall Prevention Myths and Tips
According to the National Council on Aging, or NCOA, there are common myths about older adults and falls. Below are a few of the myths offered by NCOA with added ways to avoid potential pitfalls to prevent a fall. There are many proven facts about growing older...