Eating healthy is important no matter how old you are, but exactly what your body needs, depends on your age. Over time, our nutrition requirements change. For seniors, that means eating foods that not only provide energy and maintain a healthy weight, but that lower the risk of developing chronic health problems and prevent diseases,…
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Category: Senior Health
Tips for Caregiving for a Loved One with Dementia During COVID-19
COVID has completely changed our world, including how we support and provide care for our loved ones with dementia. As a caregiver, you may be feeling more stressed and overwhelmed. Your traditional support network, such as daybreak, home services and respite, may no longer be an option, and many of your regular activities and engagements…
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Does a Positive Attitude Help You Age Well?
According to many respected medical professionals, your attitude has a direct effect on your health and how well you age. In fact, multiple studies have shown that positive thinkers are less likely to suffer from chronic diseases and disorders as they age. Now, new research even suggests that optimism can actually prolong your life by…
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Keeping Seniors Engaged & Connected During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Staying at home and avoiding human contact is necessary to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, especially for our most vulnerable senior population. Unfortunately, this means that our senior living communities in Troy, Slingerlands, Niskayuna, East Greenbush and Queensbury NY, as well as others around the state, the nation and the world have had to…
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Benefits of Walking for Seniors
Walking has many benefits for seniors, but that comes as no surprise to Manu and Ann Malkani. The two have been married for 46 years, and walking has always been part of their life together. “We walk to maintain good health, feel energized, breathe fresh air and spend quiet time together to talk,” says Ann….
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Seasonal Affective Disorder & Seniors
If you live in northern New York, it’s hard not to feel a little melancholy during the winter months. With limited daylight, cold temperatures and gray skies, winter can feel downright gloomy. Unfortunately, for people who suffer from depression, or those who are more susceptible to it, this time of year can further exacerbate symptoms….
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