Sun and Fun – Our 36th Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser was a Success

Our 36th Annual Golf Tournament took on a HYBRID version this year extending choice to join us both in-person or virtually, as a result it was a huge success thanks to all of you! Approximately 100 sponsors came together in partnership to share over $40,000 with our Foundation which will directly support both nursing home and housing campus improvements, recreation

Low Impact Exercises for Older Adults

I am text block. Click edit button to change this text. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. It is recommended that adults at every age—even older adults—get 150 minutes of exercise each week. Low impact exercises are gentle on the body, but they're still a great way to

Eye Health for Seniors

National Eye Exam Month in August is an important month for older adults. The month is designed to bring awareness to the importance of prioritizing your eye health as you age. Getting regular eye exams will not only give you a vision baseline, but it can help your ophthalmologist detect problems—like disease or damage—and treat them at an early stage.

Overcoming Age Discrimination

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With the baby boomer generation aging in the workforce, age discrimination is becoming more prevalent. Age discrimination occurs when an older adult is discriminated upon specifically because of their age. It’s an unfair practice, but one we are unfortunately seeing more of. Signs of Age Discrimination There are a few ways you can tell that you are facing age discrimination

Jack’s Cabinet of Curiosities – Fascination with Food

Fascination with food.  It’s a lively topic of conversation where ever you go.  We are bombarded on commercial TV, not only the constant ads, but a variety of cooking shows.  Beyond the inundation of the forgoing, we are reminded that we should eat healthy foods. We live in a country where food distribution is obviously uneven.  This was brought very

Skincare in Older Adulthood

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Your body changes as you age, and your skin isn’t immune. The good news is that, armed with a little information, you can manage all these changes. How your Skin Changes The skin begins to thin in older adulthood. It may become dry and less supple. The skin may be subjected to minor nuisances, such as itching and dryness, or

Jack’s Cabinet of Curiosities… Candy was dandy when you were a kid!

Jack’s Cabinet of Curiosities… Candy was dandy when you were a kid. Treats were always something to look forward too. Even as an adult a sweet treat brings up your spirit for a moment. My son recently investigated the candy of the 1930’s. This was my era as a kid. So, he and I sharing the same birthday dates, thought it

Mental Health Awareness for Older Adults

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Millions of Americans live with mental illness. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The focus is to reduce mental illness stigma by educating the public and advocating for individuals who suffer from mental illness. Older adults aren’t immune to mental illness; in fact, many seniors are at risk for developing mental disorders. Mental health issues may be triggered by a

How to Improve Sleep

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Many older adults report that they are not getting a restful night of sleep each night. Sleep is important for everyone, but it’s especially crucial for older adults to help prevent cognitive decline. So how can adults obtain restful sleep without the use of medication or over-the-counter drugs? A bedtime routine is one great way to promote restful sleep. Read

Socially Distanced Springtime Activities for Older Adults

Who doesn’t love being outside when the weather is warm? The springtime is a great time for older adults to get their Vitamin D and spend time with nature. There are many benefits people can get from being outdoors. From boosting your energy, immune system, enhancing creativity to even making it easier to exercise, there are so many reasons to