Caring for a loved one can be both rewarding and challenging. Whether you’re suddenly put into the role of a caregiver or have made a conscious decision to take on this responsibility, it’s essential to be well-prepared. As caregivers in Austin, you have access to a range of resources and…
Winter is here, but that doesn’t mean you should lock yourself up. In fact, during the winter you should take even more time to prioritize health and wellness. Indeed, there are many light indoor and outdoor activities that seniors can enjoy, and here are just a couple of exercises for…
Note: this is a guest post by Rebecca Pope of The Medicare Plans Patient Resource Center about the Medicare in Texas. It is not a sponsored post nor an advertisement. What You Need To Know About Medicare In Texas Choosing the best health insurance for you and your family that…
According to the latest CDC report on leading causes of death among males in the United States, the top two causes are heart disease and cancer. These two diseases make up almost a half of the deaths among males and are, by far, the biggest causes of death compared to…
Most of us love being outside in the summer when the weather is warm and the sun is shining. With kids out of school, summer has unofficially begun. With the fun of the summer months also comes heat, which can be deadly, especially for seniors (as well as infants and…
Chances are that your dad, uncle, grandfather or a female relative has served in one of the armed forces. My dad was in the Army, stationed in Key West during the Bay of Pigs invasion. It may have seemed like a prime place to be stationed, but not so close…
Since May is National Stroke Awareness Month, we want to share some facts and prevention tips about strokes: Did you know that strokes are the number 5 cause of death and the number 1 cause of disability in the United States? Did you know that a stroke is caused by…
During National Nurses Week, we want to say ‘thank you’ to all of the men and women who have chosen nursing as their vocation. These professionals often go unnoticed, but the medical community could not function without them! As a nurse, they are able to touch the lives of those…
This Sunday is Mother’s Day, a day to recognize and thank our mothers for all the hard work they’ve done throughout the years to raise us right. Whether or not you see your mother often, you may go to see her on Mother’s Day. There might be flowers, candy or…
By Richard Ueberfluss In general, senior citizens are less distracted while behind the wheel than younger adults. In fact, more senior citizens wear their seat belts (as drivers and passengers), drive slower and in better weather condition, and do not drive after drinking. With all of those good driving habits,…
