Welcome to the July 14th, 2009 edition of boomers and seniors - news you can use.
health and wellness
Join Alvaro Fernandez as he debunks some of the myths associatied with cognitive health as he explores Debunking 10 Brain Training/ Cognitive Health Myths posted at SharpBrains
Falls are a significant cause of injury and death among older adults, particularly elderly women. Grab bars can be a big help in protecting our elderly parents and Kaye explains how in parts one and two posted at SandwichINK
Hopsital visits are a reality for many elders. Being prepared now can ensure your loved ones receive the care they need and want, says Patricia Grace in Effective Communication in a Hospital Setting posted at Examiner.com
Your brain is a muscle, right? So why not exercise it fully?! Get a bikini-ready brain in no time with these tips posted at Seniors For Living
Poor Sleep Habits Can Lead to Insulin Resistance posted at How To Live a Longer Life, reports that researchers from the University of Chicago Medical Center found that "suppressing deep sleep for just three nights causes a 25 percent drop in insulin sensitivity."
financial issues
Jeff Rose offers some great advise and case studies for people concerned about where to best invest when he ponders the question, Should You Roll Over Your Pension into an IRA?
Jeff also contributes his expertise in How To Avoid Investment Fraud both articles are posted at Jeff Rose
Hal LaPray presents Interview With A Social Security Attorney posted at Disability Information & Resources.
senior care/caregiving
There are many strong emotions that accompany the role of caregiver. Sherri presents The Caregiving Journey - It Can Be a Long, Difficult, Cross Country Marathon posted at Alzheimer's Disease Caregiver.
Remembering to take medications can become increasingly challenging as we age.
Janet O'Connor reviews an online remider service Medication Management posted at Blog Long Term Care - Long Term Care for Elders.
Gina LaGuardia contemplates the legal meaning behind our obligations when she acknowledges that
we know what our heart says, but what does the law say about caregiving for our parents? Do you agree? posted at Seniors For Living
"When it comes to exercise and seniors, many believe they have reached a point where its too late to begin an exercise routine" Low impact exercise routine for the elderly posted at Go Healthy Fitness, says you don’t have to worry though. It’s never too late to start.
boomer trends
Think you're parenting your parents? Natalie Tucker Miller urges you to recongnize the elder developmental stage as the unique phase it is and offers some insight into how certain elder behaviors can inform you in Respecting Our Elders posted at Ageless-Sages.com
Transcendence isn't just for youthful spiritual seekers of truth and peacefulness. Constance McCloy, PT, EdD Associate Professor at the University of Indianapolis discovers what is means to be gerotranscendent. Amy Magan presents Gerotranscendence offers reflection, acceptance for elders posted at All Things Aging.
Jo-Ann discovers what is meant by the term
Boomerism and how this generation has shaped our world and what is in store in the future. Posted at
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