Source: National Institute on Aging Cognitive health—the ability to clearly think, learn, and remember—is an important component of brain health. Others include: Motor function—how well you make and control movements Emotional function—how well you interpret and...
Source: National Institute on Aging Doing things we enjoy gives us pleasure and adds meaning to our lives. People with Alzheimer’s disease need to be active and do things they enjoy. However, don’t expect too much. It’s not easy for them to plan...
By Consumer Reports Source: Washington Post Healthy eating can be difficult for anyone, but it’s particularly challenging as we get older. The diet of the average American over 65 is too low in whole fruits, vegetables, beans, whole grains, heart-healthy oils and...
The GreenFields Continuing Care Community and Schofield Care are joining forces in a strategic alliance aimed to strengthen both non-profit organizations and prime them for future growth. The partnership is rooted in an effort to improve the quality and clinical scope...
Source: https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/physical-activity-and-motor-ability-associated-better-cognition-older-adults-even-dementia Encouraging evidence indicates that being more physically active is associated with a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease and a slower rate of...
