Mind Over Madness: Taking Up A Yoga Practice During The Pandemic
April 22, 2020
You’re not alone if you’ve reached the point in your quarantine where you’re beginning to feel a bit crazy. The news continues to be somber, the uncertainty hasn’t ceased and the summer is approaching- but you’re likely to spend much of your time indoors if the coronavirus has its way….
Sleep Soundly: Achieving Better Sleep For Better Health
March 11, 2020
You’ve heard the advice before but it’s definitely worth repeating: Getting sufficient sleep is essential for keeping your mind and body healthy. In fact, a recent post by Dr. Francis Collins, Director of the National Institutes of Health, cites new research that describes sleep as performing a vital function for…
Watch This: New Television Shows On The Horizon
March 4, 2020
Do you pine for “the good old days?” Do you miss the tv shows you used to watch, and even wonder what might have happened to the characters, especially if they aged along with you? Well, for fans of the late 80s show Thirtysomething (when in fact you yourself may…
Not Making It Easy: Finding Out Details About Assisted Living Facilities
February 19, 2020
Coming to the conclusion that a loved one (or even yourself) can no longer live independently is tough. But it seems that finding out about safe and affordable assisted living options is even tougher. Nursing homes receive federal dollars and therefore there are federal databases that can give you at…
Solitary Seniors: Updates On Loneliness And Social Isolation Among Seniors
January 29, 2020
It’s no mystery that loneliness and social isolation can accompany aging. Previous posts in agebuzz have noted the value of friendships and even pets to help older adults battle the loneliness and isolation that can arise if your social contacts are few, your senses are diminished, your mobility is limited…
State Of The Arts: More Support For Engaging With The Arts As An Older Adult
January 1, 2020
So, did you catch a show during the holidays? Do you have a museum excursion planned for the new year? If not, you need to get going- because there’s new evidence to support the value of cultural engagement for everyone, especially older adults. First up is a recent study…