It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The New Year is right around the corner, the holiday goodies are dwindling down, and the New Years Resolutions are being made. With the many benefits of exercise, its no wonder getting …
Read PostThe holiday season is in full swing which means temptations are all over the place. This is the time of year where many people get off track with their health goals and find the number on the scale continuously increasing. …
Read PostDid you know that as an individual ages, their physical, sensory and mental abilities also change over time? As one gets older, these changes can present challenges to a person’s driving ability. Occupational therapists (OTs) can help empower people to …
Read PostMany of us are dealing with aging parents and see their needs change along with their quality of life as it begins to decline. According to the National Alliance for Caregiving/AARP Public Policy Institute, “The typical caregiver is a 49-year-old …
Read PostWhether you work outdoors or play outdoors with the heat rising in the summer months, it is important to stay hydrated. Since our bodies are mostly made up of water, it is important to be aware of when our bodies …
Read PostIn closing out May, we would like to recognize older adults as May is also Older Americans Month (OAM). This year, OAM’s theme is to blaze a trail. Let’s think about how exciting this theme is as older adults are …
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