Hobbies have a mind body connection, they are important activities for senior citizens and are an important part of healthy aging. Active seniors are proof that you can enjoy better health and have fun doing it. Research studies have shown that leisure time and physical activity promote a healthier lifestyle. Our bodies are meant to…
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How Senior Citizens Can Be Better Prepared for the Upcoming Cold Season by Richard Fowler
Senior citizens are more physically vulnerable than the rest of us. During times of extreme weather, it is even more true. With the increasing occurrence of more extreme cases of weather, the vulnerability of senior citizens – be it to extreme cold, heat, strong winds, floods, etc. – is also increased several times over. With…
Useful Tips For Senior Citizen Trips by James Redder
The best way to keep senior citizens engaged is by making them take part in senior citizen trips. There are many organizations and clubs that organize such trips regularly. Letting the elderly people travel and relax for a while is one of the best gifts for them. The best thing about the trips is that…
Can Senior Citizens Still Find a Partner? by Robert Shorn
Senior citizens who are left single, divorced or widowed are often confronted with the question of whether one can still find a partner who will see them through till the end of their lives. Luckily, they do not have to go far to start a date. Finding the next true love of their life may…
Hearing Loss in Senior Citizens by David Crumrine
Many senior citizens are affected by some hearing problems. If left untreated, any extent of hearing loss may worsen over time. It is important that senior citizens with difficulty hearing consult their doctor. Companions or caregivers who notice a senior citizen is experiencing trouble hearing should facilitate and encourage the senior to seek medical attention….
Senior Citizens Can See The World With Travel Insurance By W Scott
Retirement age can be the golden age of your life! Your children have grown up and are independent. You do not have a full-time job. There is nothing holding you back. This is the time of your life to fulfill all your dreams of traveling the world! There is virtually nothing holding you back! Know…
Comparison of Health Insurance Schemes for Senior Citizens By Shankar P Nath
It is absolutely vital that as one approaches old age, one has a substantial health insurance cover. The probability that one’s health care expenses would increase substantially is almost a given. In this piece we look and compare the different health insurance plans that are available in the market for senior citizens. While every health…
Light Bulbs For Senior Citizens By Atte Aaltonen
Seeing the Light: Why Lighting Is Important for Senior Citizens As people age, they consider home improvements that will make their living spaces both safer and more enjoyable. Some senior citizens choose to downgrade to a smaller and easy-to-manage home, while others improve the safety of their current household by making sure railings are tightly…
Should You Send Your Elders to a Senior Citizen Home? By Cindy Heller
Asking your elders to move to a senior citizen home can be a very complicated situation. Most elders dislike the idea as they prefer to stay at their old home. If the elders are suffering from Alzheimer’s, it may make the situation much simpler as their memory has lost gradually. In normal condition, it…
Senior Citizens Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, and Arthritis – Causes and Treatments By David Crumrine
“Arthritis” does not mean only that someone has stiff, aching joints. Many types of arthritis exist, each with its own symptoms and treatments. Most types are chronic, meaning that they can be a source of discomfort for an extended period of time. Arthritis can afflict joints almost anywhere in the body and may cause…
Crafts For the Elderly Can Be Fun Gift Ideas For Senior Citizens By Diane Carbo
Combing crafts for the elderly, as a family project, can create fun gift ideas for senior citizens. Developing an ongoing family project will allow the aging senior to experience a new activity and relieve boredom and stress. Spending time with your aging senior is probably the most precious gift you can give them. Here are…
Healthy Eating, Exercise and Lifestyle Guide For Senior Citizens By David Crumrine
Healthy Eating and Lifestyle While it is important for people of all ages to stay healthy, it is especially important for senior citizens to maintain healthy eating habits as well as to stay active which is important in the prevention of chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. By practicing healthier living practices,…
Boston-Area Over 55 Community Publishes Free Senior Living Guide
Boston-Area Over 55 Community Publishes Free Senior Living Guide Resource Helps Active Adults Untangle Their Senior Living Options South Weymouth, MA — Mar 26, 2013 / (http://www.myprgenie.com) — The decision to move — whether to an over 55 community or other option — can be challenging. There are a lot of decisions to make. Sometimes,…
Northern Nevada Medical Center Pain Management Center First Program in Nation Awarded Certification in Low Back Pain
Sparks, NV, April 4, 2013 – Northern Nevada Medical Center’s Pain Management Program recently earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval™ in Low Back Pain. The program is the first in the nation to receive this certification. This certification recognizes NNMC’s dedication to continuous compliance with The Joint Commission’s state-of-the-art standards. To achieve this…
Northern Nevada Medical Center Pain Management Center First Program
Sparks, NV, April 4, 2013 – Northern Nevada Medical Center’s Pain Management Program recently earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval™ in Low Back Pain. The program is the first in the nation to receive this certification. This certification recognizes NNMC’s dedication to continuous compliance with The Joint Commission’s state-of-the-art standards. To achieve this…
CVS Caremark Emphasizes Commitment to Older Americans at Annual American Society on Aging Conference
Company highlights the importance of medication adherence in helping seniors on their path to better health CVS Caremark (NYSE:CVS) will highlight how medication adherence plays a vital role in helping older Americans on their path to better health at the 2013 Annual American Society on Aging Conference, which is being held in Chicago this week….
“Rock Stars of Downtown Business”
SYMPHONY PARK LECTURE SERIES ANNOUNCES NEXT PRESENTATION: Panel discussion on the secrets of downtown’s successful business owners – large and small WHAT: During the next SymphonyPark lecture, a panel of successful business leaders, investors and entrepreneurs will share their diverse experiences as contributors to the downtown revitalization. Titled, “Rock Stars of Downtown Business,” the…
The Vision Council Launches Online Resource for Low Vision and Saving Sight
The Vision Council is pleased to announce the launch of www.whatislowvision.org — a new web site created to educate the public on low vision, its symptoms, and the resources available to help. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130228/PH61076LOGO-a ) (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130228/PH61076LOGO-b ) As America’s baby boomers enter their senior years, they may notice a gradual loss in some areas of…
Symphony Park Lecture Series Announces Next Presentation
“Rock Stars of Downtown Business” Panel discussion on the secrets of downtown’s successful business owners – large and small WHAT: During the next SymphonyPark lecture, a panel of successful business leaders, investors and entrepreneurs will share their diverse experiences as contributors to the downtown revitalization. Titled, “Rock Stars of Downtown Business,” the free public…
City of Las Vegas Cultural Arts March 2013 Calendar Of Events
City of Las Vegas Cultural Arts March 2013 Calendar Of Events 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas, NV 89101 Contact: Margaret Kurtz, (702) 229-6993 Feb. 11, 2013 Cultural Arts & Community Events programs: www.artslasvegas.org City of Las Vegas website: www.lasvegasnevada.gov PROGRAMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE Spring Class Registration at Charleston Heights Arts Center (ages 2-adult) Charleston Heights…
Staying Safe: Tips to Prevent Falls, Burglary & Other Senior Safety Woes
In a recent survey of 1,616 people over the age of 45, AARP found that eight out of 10 people plan to stay in their homes as long as possible. This trend, called “aging in place,” is continually gaining traction as more seniors opt to update their homes instead of moving into retirement or senior-care…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Willow Creek
www.willowcreeklv.com Who We Are A Little Bit of History… Founded in 1992, Willow Creek Association (WCA) is a not-for-profit Christian organization that exists to maximize the transformative power of the local church. Our vision is to see every local church reach its full redemptive potential — becoming an unbridled conduit for the transforming power of…