New Year’s resolutions for seniors embrace lasting goals
Seniors can set goals at any age and benefit from purpose. Focus on home safety with grab bars and alarms, explore new workouts like tai chi or walking clubs, organize medical records, declutter for safer living, learn new skills, and build social connections to boost cognition and mood.
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Rush University
Early warning signs for heart disease
Health groups warn that cardiovascular disease causes more deaths globally each year with heart disease as a major subset. Recognizing signs such as chest pain, shortness of breath, persistent coughing or wheezing, and leg swelling can prompt timely medical action to prevent fatalities. Medical experts emphasize chest pain requires evaluation even when mild and note fluid buildup in lungs and tissues signals heart trouble.
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National Heart, Blood and Lung Institute
NHLBI
Mount Sinai
Tips for Fun Social Clubs for Seniors in the Community
Social interaction benefits aging minds and emotions. Start a seniors club with a clear purpose, set regular meeting times at a convenient place, and use outlets like Facebook or Meetup to attract members. Begin small, cap members if needed, and grow as the group finds its groove.
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Foundation For Senior Care
Senior Living Center
Aston Gardens
House of Worship
Meetup.com