The American Heart Association dedicates every February as American Heart Month, promoting heart-healthy actions we can take at all ages and raising awareness of cardiovascular disease. One important aspect of heart health is our activity level,...

As the weather gets colder and the leaves begin to change, it’s time to start celebrating the fall season! While you may not be jumping in leaf piles or going trick-or-treating anymore, there are still plenty of activities to fill your days and...

Many seniors who reach retirement age start to slow down and decrease the time they spend exercising—or just stop exercising altogether after feeling fatigued from activities that at one point had been easy. However, doing so may have some...

We all want to go on vacation during the summer months, and there’s no reason why the whole family can’t go on the trip. While traveling with a senior during the holidays or during the summer is more complicated than going on a vacation alone,...

It’s important for seniors to exercise daily in order to stay healthy, but it can be difficult to reach your fitness goals for a number of reasons. Sometimes your mobility can slow you down or sometimes the exercises made especially for seniors...

Winter can feel like a dull time for seniors, as the gloomy skies and ice can make going outdoors dreary and hazardous. Even more importantly, the winter blues can actually hurt your health. While waiting for warmer weather to come around can...

As the leaves begin to change color, and the cooler temperatures start to stick, it’s time to say goodbye to summer and welcome in the new season. Autumn has finally made its debut. This time of year is ripe with opportunities for family fun,...

Mobility is a critical factor for seniors to maintain their overall wellness and independence. However, for many older adults, preserving a full range of motion is no picnic. This is because muscles and joints weaken and range of movement...

Summer is in full swing here here in Michigan, and aside from the warm days and clear skies, summer means that the kids are out of school. Whether they’re around the corner or coming for a special visit, spending quality time with your grandkids...