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How To Keep Your Mind Active as You Age

It’s no surprise that occasional forgetfulness comes with getting older. While losing keys or forgetting an appointment once in a while is normal, it’s important to know how to keep your mind active as you age. While we all know that it’s common to experience

Elderly couple swimming outside, a great summer activity for seniors

5 Summer Activities for Seniors

With Memorial Day behind us, summertime is officially in the air. As temperatures begin to increase, now is the perfect opportunity to spend some time outdoors, especially for seniors. Not only is Vitamin D important for our physical functions, but spending time outdoors can help

5 Self-quarantine Activities

As the impact of COVID-19 continues to be felt around the world, necessary precautions and preventative efforts are being made at our Carespring facilities. While self-quarantine comes with its own special challenges, the good news is that you aren’t alone! Despite the many cancellations, there’s

Seniors wearing masks playing board game during coronavirus pandemic

COVID-19: Essential Information for Seniors

The Coronavirus disease, or COVID-19, has been making headlines since it was reported from Wuhan, China on December 31, 2019. While the coronavirus is not new, this particular strand of coronavirus is and has been causing chaos both within the medical community and throughout the rest

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Nutrient Needs of Older Adults

Eating healthy and living an active lifestyle is important at any age. However, as people age and our bodies change, so do the nutrient needs of older adults. In fact, according to the World Health Organization, “requirements for some nutrients might be reduced, however, some

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Most Common Senior Health Concerns

Now more than ever, research is showing that Americans have a great probability of living longer, healthier lives. However, as we age our bodies and minds face many health challenges. It’s always important to stay informed about common health risks and how to overcome them.
Elderly woman lifting weights to prevent sarcopenia

How to Prevent Sarcopenia: 4 Quick Tips

Age-related muscle loss, known as sarcopenia, is very common in older adults. In fact, according to the National Library of Medicine, nearly half of people aged 80 years and older experience muscle loss. Lean muscle mass makes up nearly 50% of total body weight in

Elderly woman standing in front of group lifting pink hand weights outside in summer

Healthy Habits to Close the Summer

As we approach the final months of the summer season, now is the time to establish healthy habits that will carry over into the fall and winter. These few weeks of summer can help to restore the body and mind, allowing us a smooth transition

Elderly man and woman doing yoga pose as an arthritis exercise with arms outstretched

Arthritis Exercises: Quick and Easy Exercises to Relieve Pain

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 49.6% of adults aged 65 years and older reported signs of arthritis to their healthcare professional. There are different types of arthritis, but the most common type is osteoarthritis. This type of arthritis occurs when