Recent statistics report that by the year 2050, more than one-fifth of the U.S. population will be 65 years or older. The growth of the senior living housing industry continues to expand, with approximately 22,000 senior living communities existing across America in...
Even though many seniors recognize the value of living a healthy lifestyle, they make choices that can negatively affect their health over time. Some believe they deserve to indulge in unhealthy habits now that they’re older. Others may believe the misconception that...
Research shows that there are numerous benefits to spending time outside, especially for seniors. Seniors who spend time outside decrease their risk for depression and anxiety. They also increase levels of vitamin D, which trend low among the older adult population....
May is National Stroke Awareness Month, a month dedicated to educating Americans about the facts and signs of a stroke. Strokes are the fifth leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The risk of...
Loss of vision is common among the older adult population. The American Academy of Family Physicians reports that approximately one in every three adults over the age of 65 has some form of vision-reducing eye diseases, such as macular degeneration, cataracts,...
Although nutrition plays a crucial role in healthy aging, pursuing regular physical activity is one of the most important things an older adult can do for their health. Research continues to show that a sedentary lifestyle is detrimental to an older adult’s health and...
