How to Get Started With Chair Yoga
Seniors often struggle to find the right type of exercise that’s easy on the joints and not too rigorous. Low-impact exercise is essential for seniors to stay in good health – as well as get other benefits. However, other…
Don’t Ignore Symptoms of a Heart Attack During COVID-19
It’s your heart. Don’t hesitate. If you’re experiencing symptoms of a heart attack or stroke, doctors urge you to not delay seeking treatment because of COVID-19 concerns. During the COVID-19 pandemic, doctors across the nation are reporting a sharp…
Go4Life Month 2019!
Go4Life® is an exercise and physical activity campaign designed to help you fit exercise and physical activity into your daily life. Every September marks Go4Life Month and this year’s theme is Get Motivated! Get Moving! Go4Life! The overall goal…
Exercise is Important, Especially for People With Disabilities
No matter how old or out of shape you think you are, it is never too late to add more physical activity to your life. Exercise is important for everyone, especially for people with disabilities. Regular and consistent exercise…
Starting a Walking Club for Older Adults
Looking for a fun, free way to keep older adults active and connected? Starting a walking club offers physical, emotional, and social benefits—from boosting heart health to reducing loneliness. This post shares insights from the Go4Life Walking Clubs Toolkit, with expert tips for organizing a safe, motivating, and sustainable club in your community.
Caregivers and Exercise – Take Time for Yourself
Are you a caregiver providing support for a spouse, friend, or relative? As we say in the Family Caregiver ESSENTIALS™ course, taking care of yourself is one of the most important things you can do as a caregiver. Even though…
Older Americans Month (OAM) 2019
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month (OAM). The 2019 theme, Connect, Create, Contribute, encourages older adults and their communities to: Connect with friends, family, and services that support participation….
Occupational Therapy Month
Age Safe® America is proud to recognize the important contributions this specialized healthcare modality provides; and all the Occupational Therapists we have had the pleasure to of worked with over the years. Occupational Therapy Month began in 1980 to…
Aging Safely
Aging safely – Prevent falls and help maintain independence Falls are unpredictable for nearly everyone, but more so for people age 65 and older. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than one-third of people…
Fatal Falls Have Increased 31% in 10 Years
Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths among persons aged 65 years and older, and the age-adjusted rate of deaths from falls is increasing. The rate of deaths from falls among persons aged 65 years and older increased 31%…