by Rebecca Maytubby | Apr 16, 2024 | Health & Safety
Why is physical activity important? Exercise and physical activity are good for just about everyone, including older adults. No matter your health and physical abilities, you can gain a lot by staying active. In fact, studies show that “taking it easy” is risky....
by Rebecca Maytubby | Apr 15, 2024 | Health & Safety
Learn about the four types of exercises and how they can benefit you. Most people tend to focus on one type of exercise or activity and think they’re doing enough. Research has shown that it’s important to get all four types of exercise: endurance, strength, balance,...
by Rebecca Maytubby | Mar 28, 2024 | Caregivers
Are you worried about your aging parents who live far away? You’re not alone. Millions of adult children are stepping into the role of long-distance caregivers, facing the challenge of ensuring their loved ones’ well-being from afar. The good news is,...
by Rebecca Maytubby | Mar 28, 2024 | Medical
It’s important for older adults to have their blood pressure checked regularly, as high blood pressure often has no symptoms but can still cause damage to the body over time. High blood pressure, if left untreated or uncontrolled, can lead to a number of serious...
by Rebecca Maytubby | Mar 5, 2024 | Medical
The Colorado End of Life Options Act authorizes medical aid in dying (MAID). Medical aid in dying is a safe and trusted medical practice in which a terminally ill, mentally capable adult with a prognosis of six months or less to live may request from his or her doctor...
