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Why Music Belongs in Every Healthy Aging Plan

— Music has been described by both scholars and artists as the universal language of humanity. Music is therapeutic, especially when it comes to healthy aging. As research continues to unveil the relationship between music and our minds, it becomes increasingly evident that embracing musical moments is good for our health.  Music and brain health  Studies... Read More

Checking in on LGBTQ Seniors With Dementia

— This month, we celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month. This recognition takes place in June to mark the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, an event that is symbolic of the ongoing battle for LGBTQ rights. This year, as we celebrate the 56th anniversary of that historic event, many members of... Read More

Don’t Forget Your Digital Assets in Your Estate Plan

— In today’s digital age, our lives are increasingly intertwined with online content, subscriptions, and memberships. From cherished family photos stored in the cloud to active social media accounts and streaming subscriptions, digital assets are valuable and require thoughtful planning. This is a personal planning question previous generations didn’t have to worry about: What will happen... Read More

Aging Skin – What to Expect, What’s Normal and What’s Not

— Aging is a natural process that affects all parts of the body, including the skin. As we grow older, it’s normal for our skin’s appearance and texture to change due to factors like reduced collagen production and loss of elasticity. However, it’s important to stay aware of these changes and know which are typical and... Read More

Spring Clean Your Medicine Cabinet

— Yes, it’s time for the annual spring cleaning ritual, and what better place to start than your medicine cabinet? In addition to getting rid of things you no longer use—like that six-year-old box of teeth-whitening strips and empty bottles of travel-sized shampoo—getting rid of prescription and over-the-counter medications that have long since expired can keep... Read More

Celebrating Older Americans Month

— Older adults are a vital part of our society. Since 1963, communities across the country have shown their gratitude by celebrating Older Americans Month each May. The theme of this year’s celebration is “Flip the Script on Aging,” to focus on how communities can challenge stereotypes, dispel misinformation, fight age-based discrimination, and celebrate the contributions... Read More

The Role of Sleep in Healthy Aging

— It’s harder to get a good night’s sleep as we grow older. We might find ourselves in bed for hours, unable to drift off. Or, we might fall asleep right away, only to experience a period wakefulness in the middle of the night. Maybe we wake up at 4 a.m., and lie awake until dawn.... Read More

Safe Senior Travels

— Most of us have a limited amount of time and money we’re able to spend on travel. If you have parents who live far from home, the desire to spend time with them means there’s even less time for you to just run off and have a “real” vacation. Or, if you’re a caregiver, you... Read More

Medication Safety for Seniors

— The medications we take help us manage a variety of health conditions that become more common as we grow older, such as high blood pressure and cholesterol, diabetes, arthritis, heart disease and sleep problems. Yet we might take so many medications that managing them is a health problem itself! Our bodies process substances differently as... Read More

Smart Lifestyle Habits for a Healthier Heart

— Most of us know that we can take “heart smart” steps to promote cardiac wellness. But sometimes, even the researchers are amazed at what a difference these lifestyle choices can make. The American College of Cardiology reported on a study, this one on a group of over 20,000 healthy Swedish men aged 45 – 79.... Read More

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