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A Great Life is Possible in Assisted Living or a Nursing Home December 9, 2019 09:22
We fall into the trap of believing that older people don't have anything to give back and are just consumers of services. We take away what we know people need, what science has shown we need: a reason to get up in the morning.
Thank you to Arbor Court Retirement Community in Topeka, Kansas December 5, 2019 11:08
We are so grateful to Julie Schmanke at Arbor Court Retirement Community in Topeka, Kansas.
A group there uses the Stronger Seniors Chair Exercise DVDs to stay healthy!
Chronic Illness #3 - Arthritis November 24, 2019 15:07
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31% of older adults were treated for arthritis – an inflammation of your joints, which causes pain and stiffness and is more common in women. |
There are steps you can take to delay the onset of arthritis or manage the symptoms....
Chair Exercise for Arthritis
How to Prevent Falls - the leading cause of injury death in older Americans September 11, 2019 09:32
"Weakness in an older person's lower extremities is associated with increased risk for falls," he said. "Exercise and increased physical activities are important in improving and maintaining your leg strength," says JC Garilao, a physical therapist who works with senior patients.
Thank You Presbyterian Homes in Wichita Falls, TX September 4, 2019 12:44
Thanks to Presbyterian Homes and Teresa R. in Wichita Falls, TX for adopting the Stronger Seniors Balance & Posture program!
Balance Exercise DVD Video
Living a Better Life - Build Your Tribe September 3, 2019 14:42
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There’s an old saying that you’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with. Turns out that’s true. |
A large and growing body of behavioral science research shows that motivation (or lack thereof) is contagious. One study, “Is Poor Fitness Contagious?
Evidence from Randomly Assigned Friends,” found that up to 70 percent of your fitness level may be explained by the people you train with. Other research shows that if you work on mental tasks with people who are internally driven and love what they do, you’re more likely to end up the same way.
If, on the other hand, you surround yourself with people who have a negative attitude and are focused solely on winning the rat race, you set yourself up for a less fulfilling experience.
Gratitude for Trinity Village Retirement Community August 27, 2019 09:33
Many thanks to Jasmine Marks and Trinity Village Retirement Community in Pine Bluff, AR for adopting the Stronger Seniors Chair Exercise program.
Activities for Seniors
Did You Know Seniors Have These Benefits? August 6, 2019 14:22
The You Gave, Now Save campaign is a collaborative effort by NCOA and the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a) to educate seniors and caregivers about the benefits available to them.
Chair Exercise DVD
National Senior Games Pole Vaulter Breaks the Mold July 18, 2019 16:55
National Senior Games Pole Vaulter Breaks the Mold
“The reason you can’t do stuff? Do you know why? Because you don’t do it,” Johnston said. “The secret is to keep doing it. Keep on doing it.”
Senior Fitness DVD
Meals on Wheels Delivers an Extra Health Bonus for Seniors July 15, 2019 15:56
Meals on Wheels might do more than deliver hot food to isolated seniors: New research suggests it can serve as an early warning system for declining health.
Seated Exercise for Seniors
Meals on Wheels Delivers an Extra Health Bonus for Seniors July 15, 2019 15:56
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Meals on Wheels might do more than deliver hot food to isolated seniors: New research suggests it can serve as an early warning system for declining health. |
From the Caregiver: Bathing the Elderly June 24, 2019 15:01
Generally, when taking on the task of bathing an elderly loved one, you have to carefully plan what you need or intend to do.
Caregiving for the Elderly
