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Why Bathroom Safety Must Be a Team Effort in Senior Living Communities

Why is bathroom safety so important? According to a study by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), adults 65 and older account for 79% of bathroom ...

Managing Painful Arthritis During the Winter with Exercise

Managing arthritis pain this winter? Check out these recommendations for simple ways to minimize discomfort and reduce inflammation.

How Physical Therapy Can Get Seniors Moving

With a new year comes new resolutions, and often those resolutions involve increasing physical activity, improving health, and doing more of the th...

6 Things to Watch For During Holiday Visits with Aging Loved Ones

‘Tis the season for spending time with loved ones! In addition to enjoying family traditions and time together, these holiday visits are a great ti...

Stress & Seniors: Coping with Stress this Holiday Season

The holiday season is full of wonderful traditions, events, and treats. However, it can also be a time of significant stress...

6 Brain Exercises to Boost Memory

Just as we need physical exercises to keep our bodies strong, we also need brain exercises to keep our brain strong. Of course, the key to any exer...

Occupational Therapy for Seniors Experiencing Memory Loss

For seniors facing a diagnosis that may impact their memory, often the initial concerns are personal: forgetting familiar faces, names of loved one...

Physical Therapy for Seniors: When It’s Needed & How To Find It

Physical therapy is often associated with recovery from surgery or significant physical injury. But, physical therapy plays an important role in th...

5 Fall Foods to Promote Healthy Aging

Autumn is here! As the leaves begin to change and the temperature starts to turn cooler, our seasonal food cravings begin to shift...