According to recent figures, around 5 million seniors suffer from food insecurity on a daily basis. To help with this, Meals on Wheels is a program designed for seniors that deliver much-needed meal assistance right to their door. For Arkansans wondering who qualifies and how to get Meals on Wheels … [Read more...] about How to Get Meals on Wheels in Arkansas
Tips for Preventing and Managing Diabetes
Age is considered one of the most common risk factors for type 2 diabetes. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), you are more likely to get type 2 diabetes if you are 45 years or older. For this reason, diabetes prevention should top your list of your priorities as a … [Read more...] about Tips for Preventing and Managing Diabetes
4 Tips for Caring for Your Parents
Aging is an inevitable part of life. As our parents age, some of their caregiving responsibilities start to fall on us. With age, physical ailments begin to arise along with cognitive decline. This can affect their quality of life and their ability to live independently.If you’ll be caring for your … [Read more...] about 4 Tips for Caring for Your Parents
Senior Nutrition on a Budget
A lot of things change as we age, including our definition of healthy eating. As we age, our metabolisms slow down, requiring fewer calories. And as our bodies lose their ability to process or retain certain nutrients efficiently, we may need to be more intentional about consuming nutrient-dense … [Read more...] about Senior Nutrition on a Budget
Senior Fall Prevention Checklist
Every year, millions of seniors fall at home. The CDC reports that one in four seniors will fall every year, but fewer than half report it to their family or primary care physician. While a fall may seem like a minor problem, especially if they’re able to get back up and carry on, studies show that … [Read more...] about Senior Fall Prevention Checklist
