Category: Health & Wellness

Many of us have experienced moments when we forgot why we entered a room, or when we could not recall the name of a person we’ve met before. The older we get, the more moments like these may trigger concern about the health of our brains. Fortunately, there are things we can do to help…

We’ve all heard the saying “music is good for the soul.” And, according to scientific evidence, music is good for health as well. Music therapy is an established, credentialed health profession in which music is used in therapeutic relationships to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals. There is a wealth of research…

The holidays are a time when family and friends gather to enjoy each other’s company and of course, to eat! Indulgent meals, bountiful buffets, cookie swaps and holiday parties make it more challenging during the holidays than throughout the rest of the year to eat right. Each year, on average, we tend to gain about…

Our traditional holiday celebrations and gatherings are just around the corner and many of us are making plans. Meanwhile, public health officials are urging all Americans to continue to use extreme caution as we prepare for the holiday season, because of the continuing danger of exposure to COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…

According to the National Council on Aging, senior hunger and nutrition are significant issues in the U.S., with more than 10 million older Americans at risk of hunger and about 10% of adults experiencing malnutrition. Malnourishment in older adults can lead to a variety of serious health concerns, including a weakened immune system, poor wound…

Keeping seniors safe through social distancing continues to be absolutely vital as COVID-19 continues to be a dangerous health concern, but it’s also important to ensure they don’t drift into social isolation. Many of us have experienced an increase in stress as we have experienced a drop in meaningful activities and social engagements due to the…