The Benefits of Intermittent Exercise

When it comes to fitness, most of us have an all-or-nothing mentality. This isn’t necessarily true. New research has shown that short bursts of exercise daily can significantly impact our health and wellness. Mini-Workouts, which can be as little as 3 minutes each, can be quickly and conveniently spread throughout your day. If you participate in a lengthy workout each morning but are sedentary the rest of the day, the impact on your health may not be as effective as...

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Traveling with Seniors? Read Our Summer Safety Travel Tips!

Summer is the best time to take a vacation. Traveling can be stressful for any of us but is especially difficult with the elderly. I want to share tips to make traveling easier with your elderly loved one. Car Travel. Seniors need to stretch often. Plan stops along the way. If possible, map out points of interest along your route so that your stops can be enjoyable. When packing your car, keep assistive devices such as canes, walkers, and wheelchairs accessible....

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(Not) Only the Lonely: Senior Orphans & the Need for Help

Statistics show that 1 in 5 Americans over 65 are considered "elder orphans" -  defined as those of us who are aging without family to provide care. This statistic does not consider the many seniors who have a family but do not live nearby. When I founded Hope Senior Home Care 18 years ago, my mission was to be an integral part of our client's care team, including their family, medical team, and my Hope team. Some of our clients do...

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Walk This Way to a Stress Free Day

Today is National Walking Day. This is a day to celebrate the easiest way to be healthy: walking. While a walk may not seem like much activity, studies show that walking just 30 to 60 minutes each day can dramatically improve your health and prevent chronic illness. As you'll see below, I've shared the ways a walk can benefit your overall health. Once you've finished reading, grab your sneakers and head out for some fresh air! A healthy heart: Walking can improve...

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