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10 Signs of Mental Health Conditions in Older Adults
Almost 20 percent of all adults age 55 and over have experienced some type of mental health concern, with one in three of these at-risk adults going undiagnosed and without treatment.
GPS or In-Home Medical Alert System: Which is Right for You?
Equipping yourself with a medical alert system offers great protection against falls or other mishaps. It’s up to you to choose which one works best for you and how you live.
7 Ways Preventive Medicine Can Help People Over 65
Preventive medicine represents one of the most significant advances in healthcare over the last 40 years, with the ability to offer early detection and treatment of diseases before they become life-threatening.
5 Tips to Becoming a SuperAger
More people than ever before are living active lives well into their 80s or 90s. The healthcare field refers to these people as SuperAgers. But what does it take to become a SuperAger?
How to Identify the Early Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease
If you have concerns about a loved one’s memory or cognitive abilities, then you will want to know the 10 warning signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease.
7 Tips for Falls Prevention Awareness Day
September 23rd is Falls Prevention Awareness Day. We suggest you commemorate the day by taking preventative measures against a fall.
Improve Your Balance with Yoga
Falls are a risk to seniors, but activities like yoga can reduce the risk of falling. Explore yoga poses for improved balance.
5 Ways to Keep Your Mind Sharp (and Maybe Learn a New Skill)
Whether you’re looking to stave off memory loss, or you just want to improve the health of your brain, then you need to stay mentally stimulated.
Be Ready for Emergencies with a Medical Alert System
Are you ready should an emergency occur? Few things can help older adults prepare for an emergency better than a medical alert system.