Wearable technology is no longer solely for the young and energetic, like the Fitbit and Apple Watch. Older individuals are increasingly using smart wearable technology to have better, healthier lives. In a 2015 AARP study, 67% of participants believed that wearable activity or sleep trackers were useful or beneficial, and 45% of older persons (50+)…
Many people believe that to grow a garden, you must be in fantastic health. Things like compost bag sacks require a lot of lifting, or having to push a wheelbarrow around. There is also the action of bending over to remove weeds. To be honest, you do need to be in a certain state of fitness to…
Among our body’s most important organs are the kidneys. They filter waste, maintain potassium and sodium levels, and produce hormones that assist the body in controlling blood pressure. The physical signs of renal disease frequently take time to appear, delaying treatment. Incorporating a lot of these kidney-supporting superfoods in you or your senior loved one’s…
Everyone enjoys finding ways to save time and money. In particular, on housing and living expenses. And when it comes to retirement, a lot of people think that staying put — in their house, apartment, or condo — will automatically save them time and funds compared to the expenditures of independent senior living. Although it…
Studies have shown that older adults who engage in regular exercise, besides having the support of a strong network of friends and family, enjoy healthy aging. Your access to walking trails is thus an important factor in determining the state of your mental, emotional and physical health. Read on to know more about how you…
As you age, you may start to consider senior living options that liberate you from the mundane burdens of daily chores like cooking and household maintenance. Thankfully, independent living options are available and accessible to help make your life run smoothly and conveniently. Independent living also comes with many other benefits that are central to…
Seaton Voorhees offers suites and one- and two-bedroom senior apartment homes in Voorhees, NJ that our residents can pick from to suit their level of needs and comfort. Our apartment homes feature amenities such as individual climate control and safety features, and our Impressions housekeeping team makes sure that all the suites and apartment homes are…
Senior living today has evolved to offer a plethora of senior living amenities and activities right on site to ease the demands of daily life. Residents can look forward in engaging in fun and stimulating activities with fellow neighbors to support their mental and physical health. If you are touring the senior living programs in…
A large percentage of the elderly population are still able to drive safely well into their 80s or even longer. Even so, there are various physical issues that are age-related which can interfere with their driving abilities. Hence, it is crucial for older adults to have their needs evaluated to ensure their safety while on…
Do not let diabetes hinder your travel plans. With proper diabetes management, you can go out on adventure to any destination across the world and still have a great time. Traveling to new places will get you out of your routine so you get to explore new places and improve your overall wellbeing. However, the…