Sally’s Story Sally looked forward to Thanksgiving dinner at her daughter’s house every year. She loved the smell of the turkey and all the fixings….
Memory, Forgetfulness, and Aging: What’s Normal and What’s Not?
Many older adults worry about their memory and other thinking abilities. For example, they might be concerned about taking longer than before to learn new…
Boost Your Brain Health
Do you have the power to prevent Alzheimer’s disease? Although some risk factors — age and family history — are beyond your control, increasing evidence…
12 Facts About Strokes That Everyone Should Be Aware Of
Strokes are exceedingly common in older adults and yet, very few people actually understand what a stroke actually is. A stroke is described as a…
Four Types of Exercise Can Improve Your Health and Physical Ability
Most people tend to focus on one type of exercise or activity and think they’re doing enough. Research has shown that it’s important to get…
Why Older Adults Should Eat More Protein (And Not Overdo Protein Shakes)
Older adults need to eat more protein-rich foods when losing weight, dealing with a chronic or acute illness, or facing a hospitalization, according to a…
