Think Blue – June is National Men’s Health Month
The month of June is dedicated to enriching men’s health and wellness through a wide variety of national screening and educational campaigns.
Combating Loneliness Among Seniors
A study at Harvard University followed hundreds of people for 75 years and loneliness was the single greatest single predictor of physical health, longevity, and quality of life.
Decreasing Chances of Social Isolation of Seniors During the Winter Months
It is important to remember that weather can play a big role in how a senior socializes. Plan ahead with your family to assure your senior family member avoids social isolation in the winter months.
How Weather Conditions Can Affect Seniors
The elderly are more likely to have medical conditions that make them more susceptible to be impacted by the cold.
Frontal Lobe Dementia
Often misdiagnosed as a psychiatric problem or as Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia tends to occur at a younger age, generally between 40-45 years.
Thanksgiving and your Senior Family Members
Often, bringing up the person’s memory and spending a few minutes discussing pleasant memories can benefit the senior.
