Published: October 10, 2022
With all the advances of modern medical science, it can still be useful to look at the health practices of our species over time. We evolved in a far different environment than most of us live in today, and our brains and bodies may not have caught up yet. Sleep has been deeply impacted by… Read More
Published: September 25, 2022
As we grow older, we are more likely to be living with chronic health conditions. Heart disease, arthritis, vision and hearing loss, diabetes and many other illnesses all can take a toll on our quality of life, so it’s not surprising that many seniors who are living with health challenges are also dealing with depression,… Read More
Published: September 10, 2022
September has been designated as World Alzheimer’s Month, calling attention to the 55 million people worldwide who are dealing with this devastating disease. At the most recent Alzheimer’s Association International Conference, researchers and advocates celebrated the advances that have been made in the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. “With record public and private research… Read More
Published: August 20, 2022
Most of us enjoy music. Listening to music can feel inspiring or help us celebrate and mark life’s milestones. Much research is showing just how much music promotes healthy aging and a sense of well-being for seniors. For example, after a three-year study of more than 4,000 seniors living in long-term care homes, researchers at… Read More
Published: August 5, 2022
Doctors from the University of Cambridge in the UK have been studying ways that older adults can cope with the stresses the pandemic has brought us. The research team suggested a number of resources, including online socialization, gardening and meditation—and laughter. We could all use a laugh these days, couldn’t we? We sure could, and… Read More
Published: July 20, 2022
Seniors may be at greater risk for malnutrition due to a range of physical, social and medical issues. Skilled nursing facilities work diligently to help ensure their residents receive the nutrition they need to maintain optimum health. Here are several of the ways skilled nursing facilities and their dietary departments maintain senior nutrition: They offer… Read More
Published: July 15, 2022
Research over the past 30 years has shown conclusively that regular physical activity is the most important contributor to healthy aging. Exercise can prevent or control many medical problems, reduce pain, improve sleep quality, help protect against falls, and promote a feeling of well-being. Each older adult, no matter what their strengths and challenges, can… Read More
Published: June 15, 2022
Every year since 1994, we’ve celebrated Men’s Health Month in June. Families are encouraged to make health a part of their Father’s Day celebration. It is a great opportunity to talk to Dad about his health habits. One topic to bring up with Dad is fall prevention. Falls can be serious and costly for older… Read More
Published: June 7, 2022
When cognitive function, memory and thinking are impacted by Alzheimer’s disease or a related condition, a person often experiences difficulties with communication. They may have trouble forming thoughts, finding the right words, and comprehending what others are saying. Here are some factors to consider: Your loved one may still have some communication abilities. Someone unable… Read More
Published: May 19, 2022
Meet Jessica Griffin, Assistant Director of Nurses and Memory Care Unit Manager here at Webster at Rye. For Jessica, healthcare is a family matter. She began her career at age 16, working as a unit aide alongside her mother, who was working as a Licensed Nursing assistant. After high school, she went on to earn… Read More