Do your daily activities add meaning to your life? When researchers asked people over age 50 whether their day-to-day tasks were worthwhile, they found an interesting correlation. Individuals who rated their activities as the most worthwhile also had higher vitamin D in their bodies, walked nearly 20-percent faster, and were more likely to report sleeping well. […]
You have worked hard your entire professional career, making smart decisions, planning ahead and imagining your retirement. Now, the time has come to, in the words of Henry David Thoreau, “Live the life you’ve imagined.” As you step into this next phase of life and imagine your next chapter, here is a look at seven […]
Inspiring Buzz Aldrin On July 20, 1969, the world was changed as 500 million people watched Neil Armstrong become the first man to step foot on the Moon. The Apollo 11 astronauts and the people behind the scenes became instant heroes. One man, Arthur Winston, was monumental in inspiring Buzz Aldrin, the second man to […]
Older adults who eat healthy and exercise are doing much more than keeping their bodies in shape … they’re keeping their hearts in shape, too. February is Heart Month, a great time to review tips and habits that promote cardiovascular health and help delay some of the issues associated with heart disease and aging. Exercise […]
A new study notes that too much time in front of the TV may not be the best strategy for healthy aging. For people over age 50, consuming more than 3.5 hours of daily television may contribute to declines in cognition and language. And it appears that people who watch more TV may experience even more deterioration in […]
You hear the message frequently: Sleep is important. But are you aware of the many ways that getting enough sleep can impact your health? As we age, it’s normal for sleeping patterns to change. We may wake up earlier, get sleepy earlier in the evening, and get less deep sleep. But some sleep problems — […]
You can call Caroline Jacobs one of the originals. In 2007, she and her husband put down a deposit before there were any apartments to look at. In 2010, they were one of the first couples to move in as soon as The Commons in Lincoln, a Massachusetts senior living community, was open. “I looked […]
A growing partnership between the Green City Growers and The Commons in Lincoln has harvested friendships, terrific memories and food for the dinner table. You can’t beat that. The Commons in Lincoln gets a visit from “Farmer Cait” every Tuesday afternoon for a couple of hours. She spends time with the Memory Care residents in […]
Summer isn’t over just yet. Labor Day weekend is just around the corner. There is still plenty of sunshine, beach trips and fun to enjoy. These easy summer safety tips will help yo, and your loved ones, to stay safe as you enjoy all that this season has to offer– wherever you go or whatever you […]
Ageism has always existed to some degree in American society. With more than 76 million members of the baby boomer generation beginning to reach retirement age. However, the problem of negative stereotypes about aging has come into new focus. While most people respect the older adults they know, society at large maintains a negative attitude toward […]