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Seniors in exercise class

March 31, 2016

Yoga Tips for Arthritic Seniors

Yoga offers a great way for people to increase their range of motion without requiring much equipment, time or intense exercise. Here are some tips for arthritic seniors who want to try yoga.

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Female senior reading outdoors

March 28, 2016

4 Vacations to Enjoy as a Senior

Seniors are typically retired, and that can leave them with a lot of extra time. How can they use those unplanned hours? Take a trip!

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Female senior purchasing pastry item with female staff

March 25, 2016

Take Advantage of Senior Discounts

One of the benefits of being a senior is having access to a plethora of discounts.

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Male and female next to plant

March 21, 2016

Moving to Assisted Living: What to Keep and What to Donate

Seniors have lived many years and therefore often acquire quite a bit of material possessions. 

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Female senior wearing blue shirt and glasses with hand holding her head

March 18, 2016

Signs Your Senior Loved One May Be Overmedicated

Overmedication is a major problem among the senior population that can lead to unpleasant side effects like insomnia, dizziness and anxiety, as well as life-altering falls.

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Accupuncture needles

March 16, 2016

Alternative Treatments to Alleviate Arthritis Pain

Many individuals include both prescription medications and naturopathy in their regimens. Read on to learn more about alternative arthritis treatments.

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Seniors in movie theater

March 9, 2016

5 Great Movies with Senior Main Characters

There’s one demographic that is important but often left out of the film industry: seniors! We’ve found some great movies with older main characters that you can relate to.

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Male and female faces

March 8, 2016

3 Tips to Improve Sleep for Seniors

Insomnia can bother people of any age, but it’s especially troublesome for older people. Because of health issues, not getting adequate sleep can intensify medical problems.

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Female staff holding resident's hand walking down sidewalk

March 8, 2016

5 Instant Mood-Boosters for Seniors

Everyone gets in a bad mood sometimes and that’s OK! The key to happiness is knowing how to ditch the grumpies and feel better.

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Female with arm around senior

February 23, 2016

Tips for Keeping Track of Medications

Taking several medicines a day can get confusing, especially for those with memory issues. Here are some tips for helping your loved one keep track of his or her medications.

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