Seniors and Depression: 8 Warning Signs and Symptoms
Seniors and Depression: 8 Warning Signs and Symptoms Ever since I started writing articles on issues affecting seniors and independence, I have, as a rule, tried to focus only on lighter topics that were positive and would help older adults be more independent. But...
Seniors and Water Walking II: The 7 Best Water Exercises for Seniors
Seniors and Water Walking II: The 7 Best Water Exercises for Seniors Unfortunately, it took a severe ankle injury and subsequent surgery to introduce me to working out in the pool. Aquatic exercising, however, is not solely for seniors or rehabbers like myself....
Seniors and Water Walking: 6 Benefits of Pool Walking
Seniors and Water Walking: 6 Benefits of Pool Walking The reconstructive surgery on my foot and ankle last December was hardly fun, and the resulting period of inactivity was equally painful. Not being able to lift weights, run or play tennis has been a true test of...
Seniors and Security II: 6 Tips for Improving Situational Awareness
Seniors and Security II: 6 Tips for Improving Situational Awareness This is the second installment of a two-part series on seniors and security. Last week I shared seven tips for making one’s home more secure. Today I will be exploring ways we can all be safer in...
Seniors and Security: 7 Tips for Home Security
Seniors and Security: 7 Tips for Home Security Whether you live in an apartment or gated community, home security is important. Last year I wrote an article on home safety for seniors, sharing tips on topics like furniture placement for easier navigation and the...
Seniors and Downsizing IV: 7 Modifications for Aging in Place
Seniors and Downsizing IV: 7 Modifications for Aging in Place When designing living spaces for aging clients, the designer or builder has to almost follow the client from waking in the morning to going to bed at night. We have to know their challenges and design...
Seniors and Downsizing: 6 Considerations a Realtor Will Help With
Seniors and downsizing III: 6 Considerations a Realtor will Help With Selling a home is always a challenge especially for seniors who have lived in the same place several years, even decades. When considering selling you current residence seniors may find that...
Seniors and Downsizing II: The Right Word is Right-sizing – 9 Services that can help
Seniors and Downsizing II: The Right Word is Right-sizing – 9 Services that can help Most older Americans say they want to remain in their homes as they age. Never mind that they may no longer be able to physically keep the house clean and in good repair or...
Seniors and Downsizing: 6 Reasons Seniors Consider for Downsizing
Seniors and Downsizing: 6 Reasons Seniors Consider for Downsizing Today I am embarking on a four-part series on “downsizing”. First, I will explore reasons seniors choose to downsize and move. Following me will be two experts who will share their expertise on...
Seniors and Driving IV: 6 Issues Affecting Safe Driving
Seniors and Driving IV: 6 Issues Affecting Safe Driving Occupational Therapists have long been staunch proponents of helping people maintain or regain independence in their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). Driving and mobility are vital concerns of occupational...
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