Strength training improves quality of life
Senior Health Strength training improves quality of life There is one good reason to stay active as we age: living better. According to Tufts University’s…
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Retire on a cruise ship? Two seniors actually did it, but it’s not for everyone
Here’s an idea that started in 2005 as an internet meme protesting the high cost of assisted living facilities: Retire at a hotel (or on a cruise ship)…
Don’t stay home alone during the holidays
Make the holidays a special occasion this year by getting out to the local senior center, volunteering, or just enjoying activities in your area….
Don’t delay surgery after hip fracture
Delaying surgery after a hip fracture can seriously delay recovery, according to Scientific American Consumer Health. Most surgeries to reposition the hip…
Good blood pressure equals good brain function
Controlling blood pressure is one of the most straight-forward ways of preventing one form of cognitive decline. According to Duke Medicine Health News,…
These seniors make major contributions after retirement
You probably know people who retired then spent their lives working on special projects. Some people take up art, some do free consulting, others change…
Switch jobs in your 50s for a longer career, study says
Switching jobs late in life might be the key to a longer career, according to Boston College’s Center for Retirement Research. But the key is switching…
Is it better to buy or rent a home in retirement?
The kids are gone, the house is paid for, and you are ready for retirement. The question is whether keeping the house is the best idea. According to USA…
Passing on prized possessions is a tricky affair
A will is not always the way – Passing on prized possessions is a tricky affair You might think that handing down family heirlooms is a problem for the…