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Health & well-being is a pillar of aging in place.

Maintaining good health is one of the most important aspects of aging gracefully and independently. This section is designed to provide seniors, caregivers, and families with trustworthy information, expert advice, and practical resources to support overall wellness in the later stages of life. Whether you're focused on preventing illness, managing chronic conditions, or simply staying active and vibrant, you can get the guidance you need to prioritize long-term well-being.

As we age, our bodies and minds experience natural changes—but with the right knowledge, many common challenges can be managed or even prevented. From nutrition and exercise to memory care, mobility, and mental health, we explore the topics that matter most to older adults. Our content is created to help you stay informed, take proactive steps, and make choices that promote independence, safety, and quality of life.

Covering a wide range of elderly health concerns, including heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, cognitive decline, and emotional well-being. You'll also find helpful insights on medication management, fall prevention, and how to build a strong relationship with your healthcare providers. Whether you’re caring for a loved one or navigating your own aging journey, our goal is to simplify complex medical topics and offer realistic solutions for everyday living.

Stay on top of the latest health recommendations and senior care trends is more important than ever with articles dedicated to bringing you the most up-to-date and relevant information tailored specifically for older adults. We also share tips for integrating healthy habits into daily routines, making it easier to feel your best—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Living well in your senior years starts with prioritizing your health. Get help for you or your loved ones, so you can enjoy a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life—one step at a time.

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Tips to Help You With Healthy Lifestyle Changes

August 11, 2018 By Nancy Kupka PhD, RN

Healthy lifestyle

Few people find it easy to make healthy lifestyle changes, even if the new habits improve their lives. It can be especially difficult in your golden years, as a lifetime’s worth of routines have set in. Still, it is never too late for you to make changes for a healthier life. Tips for healthy lifestyle […]

Filed Under: Aging in Place Articles, Health Tagged With: Aging in Place, health care, healthy lifestyle, seniors

What’s the Key to Successful Aging?

August 9, 2018 By Jason Lewis

Successful aging

Is successful aging a myth? We don’t think so. Learn how you can help ensure that growing old won’t mean growing frail, tired or melancholy for you.

Filed Under: Aging in Place Articles, Health Tagged With: Aging in Place, health care, lifestyle, seniors, Successful Aging

Keeping Healthy Teeth As You Age 

December 1, 2017 By Dr. Jeena E. Devasia

Keeping healthy teeth as you age is so important. Learn how you can maintain your teeth & the steps you can take to keep your whole mouth in good health.

Filed Under: Aging in Place Articles, Health Tagged With: dental, elderly dental care, health care, healthcare, healthy teeth, senior healthcare, teeth

Elderly Depression Facts: How to Help an Elderly Person With Depression

May 11, 2017 By Mark Hager

Elderly depression facts

Elderly depression facts and how to help an elderly person with depression. See this infographic to get more information to help you help the ones you love.

Filed Under: Aging in Place Articles, depression Tagged With: elderly depression, Elderly Depression Facts, How to Help an Elderly Person With Depression

How To Improve Posture As You Age

November 14, 2016 By Joel Vento

How to Improve Your Posture

As you age, your spine changes; losing thickness & elasticity, which affects your posture & overall health. Strengthen your spine & improve posture tips.

Filed Under: Aging in Place Articles, Health Tagged With: health care, Healthy Spine, Improve Posture, Improve Your Posture, Poor Posture, posture, Strengthen Your Spine

Vestibular Disorder, Vertigo And Falls – Infographic

September 23, 2016 By Mark Hager

Vestibular Disorders - Header

Vestibular disorders affect the parts of the inner ear and brain that process sensory information, which are tasked with controlling balance and eye movements (vestibular system). If this system succumbs to disease or is injured, then problems with balance or dizziness can happen, and falls can occur. Vestibular disorders also can be a result of, […]

Filed Under: Aging in Place Articles, Health Tagged With: Balance Disorder, dizziness, Inner Ear, Million People, senior falls, vertigo, vestibular disorder, Vestibular Disorders, Vestibular Disorders Association, Vestibular System

Healthy Aging: What Happens If You Don’t Get The Right Nutrients?  

August 2, 2016 By Susan Oja

Healthy Aging: What Happens If You Don’t Get The Right Nutrients?

Good nutrition is important for healthy aging. Older adults have special nutritional needs & many do not get what they need to stay active & healthy.

Filed Under: Aging in Place Articles, Health Tagged With: B Vitamins, calcium, fiber, Health, healthy aging, nutrients, Nutrition, Osteoporosis, Pernicious Anemia, potassium, Vitamin, vitamin b12, vitamin d, Vitamin Deficiencies, Vitamins B12

Memory And Aging: When To Seek Help

May 24, 2016 By Michele Teter

Some memory loss is expected as our loved ones get older. Suddenly, it seems, names can be a little harder to recall, misplaced items a little harder to find. Learn some of the typical signs you’ll see, and which ones should be concerning.

Filed Under: Aging in Place Articles, Health Tagged With: Alzheimer's Disease, Cognitive Disorders, dementia, Forgetting, Loved Ones, memory, Memory And Aging, Normal Memory Loss

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