Growing numbers of seniors are enjoying their housing options A large segment of the older population in the Unites States—individuals between the ages of 65 and 84—will increase by nearly 40 percent between 2010 and 2020, says the U.S. Census Bureau. The population over age 85 will rise by nearly 19 percent. By 2060, says the Administration on Aging (AOA), an agency …
January Is National Glaucoma Awareness Month
More than 3 million Americans have glaucoma—but half are un-diagnosed “Speed the cure. Spread the word,” says the Glaucoma Research Foundation. The first month of the new year is a good time to learn about and spread awareness of this sight-stealing disease. Glaucoma may affect as many as 4.2 million Americans by 2030, a 58 percent increase, says the National …
Medicare Sign Ups October 15 – December 7, 2016
It’s that time of year again For 2017 Medicare coverage, Open Enrollment begins for Medicare in the fall of 2016, from October 15 to December 7. People with Medicare can change their choice of health coverage (whether they receive that coverage through a private Medicare Advantage plan or traditional Medicare), and add, drop or change Medicare Part D drug coverage. …
For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Learn the Ways To Prevent the Disease in Older Women
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual worldwide campaign organized by major breast cancer charities to raise awareness, offer support to those affected by breast cancer, and to encourage research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure. Studies show that women in the U.S. who live to the age of 80 have a one in eight chance of developing breast …
Fall Prevention Awareness Week: September 22–29
This year’s theme is “Ready, Steady, Balance: Prevent Falls in 2016” Among adults over age 65, falls are the leading cause of death from injury, nonfatal injuries from accidents, and hospital admissions for trauma. To bring attention to this critical health and safety issue, the Fall Prevention Center of Excellence sponsors Fall Prevention Awareness Week during the first week of the …
Ways to Help Seniors Drink Enough Fluids on Hot Summer Days
Fun tips for staying hydrated in warmer weather To stay healthy, all humans need water to keep joints moving, protect organs and tissues, regulate body temperature, and overall make the body work better. On hot days, our bodies lose water more rapidly than usual. Also, senior adults have risk factors that can cause problems in the heat, including a reduced …
Daily Dining is a Highlight at Senior Living Communities
ISL communities serve up superior dining experiences that prioritize healthy, delicious foods and enjoyable occasions to socialize At any age, we all look forward to a good meal, and our expectations for healthy, delicious, and engaging dining choices are higher than ever. Residents at today’s senior living communities expect more when it comes to dining. To meet residents’ desire for …
Ways to Help Seniors at Visits to the Doctor
Going alone to a doctor’s appointment can be stressful at any age, but older adults often feel especially intimidated. Having a loved one come along as a healthcare advocate during a doctor’s visit can help seniors get better care. As an advocate, you can provide moral support as well as help seniors talk about sensitive health issues, ask questions, take …
Great News! New Study Shows Retirement Is Good for Your Health
People become more active, sleep better, and reduce their sitting time when they retire, says a new study published in March 2016 by the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. The study, “Retirement—A Transition to a Healthier Lifestyle?,” followed the lifestyle behaviors of more than 25,000 adults age 45-plus for about three years, tracking such factors as physical activity, diet, sedentary behavior, alcohol …
April Is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month
Help raise awareness this month and all year long More than 1 million people in the U.S. have Parkinson’s disease, says the National Parkinson Foundation, and as many as 60,000 new cases are diagnosed every year. Parkinson’s disease is a chronic, degenerative neurological disorder that affects one in 100 people over age 60. While the average age at onset is 60, some …