Friendships amongst seniors remain vitally important but are sometimes more difficult to sustain as life brings on many changes. Whether it is a new living situation or adapting to a major loss, the importance of making new friends is not something that is top of mind for many seniors. Whether it is because of a…
February is National Senior Independence Month which was established to not only help seniors maintain control over their own decisions, but also to encourage them to look at their living situation and decide if they need to make lifestyle changes. While staying in one’s own home is considered to be a key part of maintaining…
Winter has settled in and it is one of the most dangerous seasons for slips and falls. Yet, even in good weather, it is estimated that one out of every four adults over the age of 65 falls each year. For people over the age of 75, falling risk is higher and having one fall…