Healthy eating plays a crucial role in aging well. By incorporating a variety of nutrient-rich foods, staying hydrated, and making balanced meal choices, older adults can maintain energy, muscle strength, and overall well-being. Whether following a Mediterranean, vegetarian, or traditional diet, thoughtful nutrition supports long-term health and vitality.
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Movement is Life
Movement is an essential part of life, from the microscopic activity within our bodies to the way we navigate the world. Our ancestors thrived through movement, and modern life must embrace it to maintain health and vitality. Whether through exercise, daily activities, or simply embracing motion, staying active connects us to the rhythm of life and enhances our well-being.
Why Use a Home Care Agency Instead of Finding Someone on Your Own?
Hiring a home care agency ensures quality, safety, and peace of mind while handling screening, taxes, and supervision—benefits you won’t get when hiring privately by Rose Jarboe, CCM Business Development Manager for Senior Helpers.
OT: An Overview
Alison Starkey, Owner of Gaitway of Charlotte, explains the role of occupational therapy (OT) in promoting health and well-being. OT helps individuals of all ages participate in meaningful daily activities, from self-care to work and school.
Senior Centers: From A New Perspective
Gayla Woody reflects on her 40-year journey with senior centers, from teaching technology classes as a young staff member to participating as an older adult. Over the years, senior centers have become vital spaces for fostering connection, promoting health and wellness, and offering engaging activities.
Courage to Play and Rest
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Discover the importance of balancing work and play with courage. Learn how embracing rest and connection can improve mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
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Rev. Walt H. Windley, Sr. Director of Spiritual Care & Grief Services at VIA Health Partners, explores the vital role of play and rest in our lives. In a society that glorifies exhaustion, Windley draws inspiration from a local Greenville hotspot and Brene Brown’s words to advocate for deeper human connection and healthier work-life balance.
Dementia: Personal Thoughts and Reflections
by The Rev. Dr. Derald H. Edwards, Chaplain, The Heritage at Lowman With a mother who has early onset dementia,… Read more »
A New Approach to an Old Habit
by Edna Cox Rice, RD, CSG, LDN Are you in the habit of making New Year’s resolutions? Yes?! Well you… Read more »
Ask the RD: Organic Foods
by Edna Cox Rice, RD, CSG, LDN Is it really a health benefit to buy the more expensive fruits and… Read more »
