Discussions regarding important health issues have been dominated by COVID over the past 2 years, for good reasons of course. But as we move beyond COVID – or at least find ourselves in a better place managing the risks of COVID – we need to remember that there is an...
Exercise and diet are essential parts of a healthy lifestyle, and this fact does not change as we age, even if the reasons for staying in shape might have. The emphasis for seniors is on regular exercise versus intensity, so it’s important to find an exercise...
As the first signs of spring awaken our senses, we are reminded of just how amazing nature is. But nature can be ruthless too, and as we start to see more extreme weather events, including more frequent and powerful hurricanes, intense wildfires, and widespread...
Preventing falls is important (see last month’s blog), but what should you do if you fall? Whether you are at home or somewhere else, a sudden fall can be startling and upsetting. If you do fall, stay as calm as possible. Take several deep breaths to try to relax....
A simple thing – like a fall – can change your life. If you or an older person you know has fallen, you’re not alone. More than one in three people age 65 years or older falls each year. Try to prevent falls and don’t let a fear of falling keep you from...
Did you make any New Year’s resolutions this year? If you haven’t made any or haven’t been able to stick to the resolutions you made, consider focusing on achievable goals to boost your health and quality of life. A few small daily adjustments can have a surprisingly...
Please enjoy this blog, excerpted from an article from our friends at Right at Home Darien who offer in home care and assistance. For married couples, or those in a committed relationship, health is an intricate connection. Both partners influence each other’s diet,...
We all experience stress, but what is stress? And why does it impact our well-being? Stress is defined as “any type of change that causes physical, emotional, or psychological strain.” This includes how the body adapts, positively or negatively, to demands. Stress can...
Please enjoy this special guest blog from Wyn Lydecker. When Darien resident Peter Eder hosted graduate seminar students visiting the U.S. from China, he took the two young men on a tour of Darien. When he showed them the murals in the Town Hall auditorium they were...
Did your mother ever tell you to sit up straight? Perhaps it made you grumble as a teenager, but now you know how important this advice was. Good posture will help to avoid or decrease pain, and will also improve how you look and feel. As one ages, poor posture often...
