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An unprecedented study of sex and seniors in the United States finds that many older people are surprisingly frisky. Sex and interest in it do fall off when people are in their 70s, but more than [...]

Available in sizes for small children all the way to adults, the Nimbo Posterior Walker is a walking aid that is pulled from behind, rather than pushed, like an ordinary walker or rollator. It is [...]

An estimated 9 million Americans have their identity stolen each year. (Says the FTC, so it must be true!) Could you be next? Wait, could I be next?? (Cue suspenseful music.) I sure hope [...]

Age-related mobility restrictions can make daily tasks difficult for seniors, negatively impacting their quality of life. Atrophy of the muscles can even make it difficult to find a comfortable [...]

For those who are in pain or tire easily when walking, a mobility scooter may be the answer. A mobility scooter is equivalent to a wheelchair but is power operated via a rechargeable battery. [...]

The decision to move an aging loved one into a nursing home may be one of the most difficult you will ever make. In fact, it is common for adult children to promise themselves they will never [...]

What is senior housing? Aging is a time of adaptation and change, and planning your future housing needs is an important part of ensuring that you continue to thrive as you get older. Of course, [...]

Laughter and humor positively influence the body’s healing system. Elderly residents in long-term care facilities often lack the necessary stimulation to sustain a cheerful frame of mind. The [...]

A sense of humor is a quality well worth having. There are so many proven benefits of laughter. It is known to: Reduce tension Promote cooperation Build trust Inspire a positive outlook Remove [...]

Laughing doesn’t just lighten your load mentally, it actually induces physical changes in your body. Laughter has been clinically proven to strengthen your immune system, activate and [...]