Category: HEALTH
Bad breath? Common causes and how to fix it
By Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD The Toothboss, www.toothboss.com Bad breath, or halitosis, is a common concern, particularly as we age, and especially when it goes beyond the occasional bout of morning breath. Understanding the...
Read MoreOlder Americans Month encourages seniors to ‘flip the script on aging’
By Nicole Long, MSW, LICSW CEO of Old Colony Elder Services Join us to celebrate Older Americans Month this May!The Administration for Community Living (ACL), which leads the nation’s observance of this special month, has...
Read MorePrevent muscle loss, avoid fat gain with circuit strength training
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. There are countless reasons older adults should engage in some form of resistance exercise. During the aging process, muscle loss occurs and is accompanied by a variety of health issues (sarcopenia,...
Read MoreBright minds, natural paths: A new era of wellness in Braintree
By Lyn Hart, Wellness Expert and Owner of Local Sunmed | Your CBD Store Braintree At Your CBD Store Braintree, we’ve always believed in the power of nature to support well-being. But in recent months, we’ve taken...
Read MoreCritical questions need to be asked – and answered – to craft a plan for successful aging
By Mark Friedman The importance of proper planning to craft a plan for aging in place cannot be understated. Deciding how to best care for ourselves or supporting someone heading into the fourth quarter of life is not the time...
Read MoreRetirement Dreams or Nightmares
Hey, old man! What would you like me to call you? By Steven V. Dubin A friend of a certain age, and similar to mine, dropped by for a cup of coffee. As he told me of his recent adventure in the wilds of Idaho, he referred to “an...
Read MoreUnable to provide in-home care for your senior loved one? Here’s how we can help
By Maria Burke, RNOwner, Celtic Angels Home Health Care Do you have a loved one living too far from you to take proper care of them?We can assign a Registered Nurse to visit your loved one in their home or living facility on a...
Read MoreHelping residents thrive is the mission of The Atrium at Faxon Woods, Quincy’s only dedicated memory-care community
By Marie Fricker Pat D., 82, a resident of The Atrium at Faxon Woods in Quincy, starts her morning with a healthy breakfast in the dining room of the assisted living community operated by Benchmark Senior Living. New England’s...
Read More10 suggestions for seniors looking for a new dentist
By Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD The Toothboss, www.toothboss.com Changing dentists at any age can present challenges. As a senior, it can be even more unsettling, particularly if you’ve been with a dental practitioner for a long...
Read MoreOpen lines of communication make the transition easier:Talking with your children about leaving the family home
By Leon Merian, SRES For many older adults, the idea of leaving the family home is emotional and overwhelming. This is where memories were made, milestones celebrated, and life lived for decades. But when the time comes to...
Read MoreInnovative stretching approach helps adults and seniors stay limber and strong
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. Ever notice people leave flexibility exercises to the end of their workout, or skip stretching completely due to lack of time and space? You may even have watched someone in the free weight room walk...
Read MoreSpring into wellness: Refresh your health routine with CBD
By Lyn Hart, Wellness Expert and Owner of Local Sunmed | Your CBD Store Braintree Spring is a season of renewal – a time to shake off the winter blues, refresh your routine, and embrace new habits that support your well-being....
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