Finding senior-friendly activities is especially challenging when the weather has been cold and harsh for months. We love these winter activities for seniors from Vive Health – they’re sure to add warmth and good cheer to everyone’s day. Are you on the lookout for ideas to keep your older adult active during these cold, wintry months? Depending on their mobility and health…
Swollen ankles are a common but frustrating problem for many older adults. They often cause discomfort and make everyday movement difficult. Whether due to poor circulation, medication side effects, or underlying health conditions, edema (fluid retention) shouldn’t be ignored. The good news is that relief is often within reach. This article will share therapist-approved strategies to reduce swelling, from simple leg exercises…
Prevent falls with simple home exercises As people age, they typically lose balance, strength, and flexibility. This increases the risk of falling. That’s why it’s important for older adults to regularly do exercises that focus on improving these functional areas. We found three helpful short videos from Eldergym with simple at-home balance exercises that help seniors reduce their risk of falling. Prevent…
Regular exercise helps seniors improve balance and prevent falls by increasing strength and flexibility. Exercise also improves sleep, mood, and overall health. But you might assume that intense workouts are needed to get these results. Not true! Alicia Estrada, Head Personal Trainer at Bold, answers five top questions about the many benefits of seated exercise for seniors. You’ve probably heard before that…
Falls are a serious concern for older adults, but the good news is that simple at-home exercises can significantly improve balance and stability. Maintaining strength and coordination becomes crucial as we age to prevent dangerous falls and stay independent. These six easy exercises require no special equipment and can be done in the comfort of your living room. By incorporating just 10-15…
Balance exercises for seniors preserve independence Balance training is essential for helping older adults reduce their fall risk. This is important because falls are a leading cause of loss of independence or the need to move to assisted living. We found a free 12 minute video that helps seniors improve their balance with 2 useful balance exercises for seniors to do at…
This past year, families across the globe have been forced to quickly adapt to new routines. In the United States, 19% of those families include an unpaid family caregiver looking after an older adult with specialized needs. As a dementia care professional, I’ve heard countless stories from family caregivers of how the pandemic has disrupted their ability to keep their loved ones…
Rehab helps stroke survivors regain abilities Rehabilitation and physical therapy help stroke survivors relearn skills that are lost when parts of their brain are damaged. Rehab also teaches new ways of doing things to compensate for disabilities or create new brain pathways for that skill. For example, learning to coordinate leg muscles to walk or learning to dress with only one arm.…
If your senior needs to have surgery, you’ll want to do everything you can to help them recover. For practical tips on helping older adults make a speedy and comfortable recovery, we asked our friends at Seniorly for advice. According to a report by American Geriatrics, “America’s elderly undergo 20% of all surgical procedures” during their retirement years. Common surgeries for…
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