About Balance Problems
As people grow older, they may have difficulty with their balance. Nearly 8 million American adults report having a chronic problem with balance. An additional 2.4 million American adults report having a chronic problem with dizziness alone. Having good balance means being able to control and maintain your body’s position, whether you are moving or […]
Stay Healthy for You and Your Baby!
If you know you are pregnant, or think you might be, call your doctor as soon as possible and set up a visit. You will need to visit your doctor many times during your pregnancy. Follow your doctor’s schedule for visits and don’t miss them! You will notice your body is changing in many ways. […]
Planning to LIVE
Submitted by Bond for Life Wellness and Nutrition Powered by CrossFit Bond Every year at this time, I am reminded that one more year has passed. As you get older, you make bigger financial commitments. One of those financial decisions is whether or not to have life insurance and how much. Life insurance has been […]
Life After a Dementia Diagnosis
Submitted by Richard M. Roller of Pearson Bollman Law Many elderly people who are diagnosed with dementia are unprepared for future care. Once this type of diagnosis is received, preparing for the future can no longer be avoided. If you or someone you love has received a dementia diagnosis, begin immediately to discuss and seek […]
Home Helpers: Helping Seniors Stay Independent at Home
By Benjamin Goodin Many seniors and caregivers are sharply aware that their abilities to care for themselves in later retirement will diminish. In response to the large and quickly growing population of elders in our country who will soon be in need of care, the model of senior care retirement communities has rapidly evolved to […]
Five Questions About Long-Term Care
What is long-term care? Long-term care refers to the ongoing services and support needed by people who have chronic health conditions or disabilities. There are three levels of long-term care: Skilled care: Generally round-the-clock care that’s given by professional health care providers such as nurses, therapists, or aides under a doctor’s supervision. Intermediate care: Also […]
Imaginative Play is Important for Children
It can be all too easy to resort to television and other passive entertainment when you’re looking to fill a long afternoon with the kids. But encouraging your kids to use their imaginations is a much better use of their time. Whether you’re playing with the little ones, or letting them do their own thing, […]
New Year: Time to Get It Together!
By Marcie Droll-Durian As we venture into the new year, many of us have big goals! You know, the usual: I am going to work out, lose weight, get nine hours of sleep every night, eat clean, have a date night with my spouse every week, and so forth! Some folks follow through with their […]
Robo-Advisors and Mattress Companies
Submitted by Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group Mattress Firm filed for bankruptcy and the country’s largest mattress chain — with over 3,400 stores nationwide — said that as many as 700 stores will be closed by the end of 2018. With sales of more than $3 billion, Mattress Firm has over $1 billion in liabilities […]
5 Reasons Why Winter Is the Best Time for Cosmetic Surgery
Submitted by Twin City Plastic Surgery Many people decide to have a cosmetic surgical or non-surgical procedure to combat the signs of aging. Often times, it’s more about self-esteem, and looking younger is simply a bonus. People find that if they look better, they feel better. They have more confidence and excitement about life in […]