November 1, 2024 —
As we approach National Diabetes Awareness Month in November, it’s the perfect time to focus on a critical step in preventing this serious condition: understanding your personal risk factors for diabetes. Diabetes, particularly Type 2, is becoming increasingly common across the globe, but many cases can be prevented or managed with lifestyle changes. The first... Read More
October 15, 2024 —
Halloween is one of those holidays that has the power to transport us back to childhood, filled with fun costumes, festive treats, and a sense of playful magic. If youāre an older adult and Halloween brings out the kid in you, there are plenty of ways to embrace the spooky spirit while staying active, healthy,... Read More
September 1, 2024 —
September is Healthy Aging Month, a time to focus on the positive aspects of aging and to celebrate the journey of growing older. Aging is often viewed through a lens of decline and loss. āAnti-agingā is a marketing buzz phrase that suggest aging is a process we should spend money and energy to stop or... Read More
May 1, 2024 —
Sleep is a vital process during which the body undergoes several significant changes that are crucial for physical health and cognitive function. In older adults, these processes are particularly important due to the increased vulnerability to health issues. As we sleep, the brain cycles through various stages, including deep sleep and REM (rapid eye movement)... Read More
April 15, 2024 —
Spring can be an invigorating season, with its refreshing bloom of new life after a long winter. But this blooming often comes with an annoying side effect: seasonal allergies. Seasonal allergies, sometimes referred to as hay fever, are triggered by pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds. In Illinois, April is a prime time for these... Read More
March 1, 2024 —
Weāve all heard the stereotypes about different generations, defined by their year of birth: āMillennials are lazy and spend too much on avocado toast. The Greatest Generation are patriotic hard workers. Baby boomers are selfish and technologically inept. And donāt forget Gen X, those disaffected loners.ā Stereotypes like these have created a cottage industry of... Read More
September 1, 2023 —
The relationship between grandparents and grandchildren is a special and unique bond that spans generations. It is a connection woven with shared stories, life experiences, and unconditional love. The influence of grandparents on their grandchildren and vice versa goes beyond mere family ties; it plays a crucial role in shaping character, values, and emotional well-being.... Read More
July 17, 2023 —
For most people, āHome Sweet Homeā is more than a cross-stitched motto, itās a fundamental value that remains through life. A recent survey completed by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) found that 77% of those 50 or over prefer to remain in their homes as they age. Importantly, this preference has remained steady... Read More
June 15, 2023 —
According to a survey by the US News and World Report, 93% of respondents want to āage in place,ā or live independently in their current home as long as safely possible. After living in their homes for several decades, or perhaps raising children into adulthood, the homes of older adults may be full of artifacts... Read More
May 16, 2023 —
May is National Osteoporosis Month. Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become weakened and may break. But we canāt see our bones, so how can we tell if we might be at risk for this condition? We may want to consider various factors that contribute to the development of this condition. Here are... Read More
