Information about how to stay strong, be safe, and maintain your independence by integrating these top fitness options into your training plan.

Cycling might not be ideal for all seniors but it offers great exercise to those who can still indulge. This is a wonderful article on the benefits of cycling for seniors.

Information about knowing your rights and having the tools to force or push nursing home staff and management to follow the law can make all the difference.

Information about how staying vital and connected can help you ward off the depression that often comes with aging. The article lists simple things you can do, even from your own home.

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that empowers people to choose how they live as they age.

There are many things you can do to create a home that’s safe, comfortable and friendly for older adults. Senior Safety interviewed some of the leading experts on aging in place, senior care, and occupational therapy and offers some great information on this page.

The National Council for Aging Care is working on raising awareness of the danger of Alcohol Abuse in the Elderly. Their informative, comprehensive discussion on this topic can be found in this link to their guide.

This article takes a deep dive into art therapy, the techniques involved and how they can be very effective in helping people living with Alzheimer’s.

It includes a list of potential activities as well, in the hopes of helping others. You can check out our guide here: Arts and Crafts for People with Alzheimer’s

Helping anyone living with Alzheimer’s is extremely important, and thankfully there are some science-backed techniques out there now which are truly effective, but most importantly these are fun activities that can help connect, bond and enjoy life.

Rebecca Evans@GeriatricNursing.org, registered nurse, and a health writer,  has created an infographic about  arthritis and joint pain as well as write a detailed overview about the disease, that affects millions worldwide.

Use this link to view her article.

Caring.com helps the elderly and their families find supportive communities that meet their needs. As cost is often one of the major barriers, they work to help families fully understand the cost of long term care and to match seniors with programs that can offer financial support. To that end, they created a comprehensive resource designed to help couples learn about the available senior living options that are specifically designed to cater to their needs, and how they can afford and pay for this care.

Information on how to find endless and entertaining ways to pass [the] time, get involved, and discover new passions.

Emergencies are inevitable, but these top medical alert systems equip you with fast, 24/7 assistance to get you help when needed most. Medical alert systems are creating technology-leading wearables, buttons and home equipment to help you when accidents occur.

Dementia is a blanket term that refers to a cohort of pathophysiological conditions. The most common form of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. Other examples of dementia include vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, Parkinson’s disease, Shy-Drager syndrome, Huntington’s disease, alcohol-related dementia, AIDS-related dementia and Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. Common symptoms of dementia include progressive loss of cognitive functions such as memory, social skills and emotional reactions.

Dementia and sleep disorders share a paradoxical ‘chicken and egg’ relationship. While many people living with dementia tend to experience poor sleep on a regular basis, patients diagnosed with certain sleep disorders – such as insomnia and sleep apnea – are also more likely to develop dementia symptoms.

To learn more, click on this link.

Learn to spot signs of nursing home abuse and how to get fair compensation for your elderly loved one.

These tips and guidelines will help you team up with your loved one and their doctor to yield the best possible outcome for their health care.

FamilyAssets works to raise awareness about Parkinson’s which often affects older generations.

They have published this in-depth guide on how care-takers and families can support their loved ones.

This guide is no cost to use and educates readers on important aspects to consider when selecting a medical alert system. It answers common questions about the cost, function, and style of the device. It also breaks down the pros and cons of the major medical alert brands with verified reviews.

This website provides valuable educational resource for individuals seeking help because nursing home abuse is what can unfortunately happen to any residents under the care of a licensed care facility. There are different types of abuse. The most common types of abuse are physical, sexual, emotional, or financial. This abuse often happens in plain sight, and can often be overlooked. It can be caused by a staff member at the facility, or even other residents living there.

According to the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), approximately 1 in 10 Americans aged 60+ have experienced some form of elder abuse. It is estimated that upwards of 10 million seniors are abused each year. Our mission is simple, to be the top online resource educating the public on the risks of senior abuse in an attempt to save lives and rebuild shattered trust.

It’s a common belief that seniors need less sleep as they age. Why else would they get up so early, if they’re weren’t rested?

The problem is: seniors need just as much sleep as the rest of adults, which is 7 to 9 hours a night. However, as we age, our sleep architecture changes, which causes us to have trouble staying asleep for that same amount of time.

To read more, click on this link.

Information about how eating a variety of foods from all food groups can help supply the nutrients a person needs as they age.

Many families consider moving their parent into an assisted living community during this period, but how do you recognize the signs that it’s time for assisted living

An article that speaks to the fact that a transition from a home you’ve lived in for many years to a new environment can trigger difficult emotions for everyone involved.

Medicare is a government program that provides health insurance coverage for senior citizens age 65 years and older, the disabled of any age, and to anyone suffering from end-stage renal disease.

Did you know that senior financial abuse is estimated to have cost victims at least $2.9 billion last year alone?  Read this article to find out more.

Since mesothelioma doesn’t show symptoms until 20-50 years after exposure to asbestos, it is very prevalent in senior citizens.  This site provides in-depth information on this topic.

Family Living Today, a resource site for families living healthy and active lifestyles offer a great guide about steps seniors can take to live a healthy and energized life.

This link was added because Healthy Lombard was contacted by Rachel, a volunteer with a very special group of youth in an after-school education program. They have been learning about the special role of grandparents in the family, especially to their grandchildren and the benefits of keeping fit.  Two of the students Hannah and Mia found a great senior resource and thought it should be shared on our site.  We totally agree!

The Gateway a Frontier authorized dealer, put together this guide covers information to make the lives of seniors more convenient by highlighting existing technology.

Article that speaks to the fact that you are never too old or wise for some frugal financial advice.

Information on the most common in-home injuries for seniors and how to prevent them.  As we age, our ability to care for ourselves begins to diminish.  This article speaks to what to watch out for to keep yourself out of harm’s way.

Article about older adults and the importance of social interaction because staying socially active and maintaining interpersonal relationships can help you maintain good physical and emotional health and cognitive function.

This Go4Life Walking Clubs Toolkit provides tips for those interested in starting and sustaining a walking club for older adults. The recommendations presented here were obtained from a variety of trusted sources at the National Institutes of Health, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the US Surgeon General, and our national and local Go4Life partners with expertise in developing and conducting walking clubs. A list of these resources may be found under the “Helpful Resources” section of this toolkit.