Isolation is a serious concern for seniors. In fact, social isolation is linked to a whole host of negative outcomes, including depression, dementia, disability, and even premature death. Maintaining social connections, then, is critical, yet that can become challenging as we age and our life circumstances change.

If your social circle is dwindling, it’s time to make new friends, and you may find that it’s easier to do than you think! Here are six places to meet new people.

New Year’s Eve is just around the corner, and we’re ready to celebrate! Fortunately, with so many options, you can enjoy New Year’s Eve celebrations right from the comfort of your own home. So gather a few friends, put out the snacks, and get ready to party! Here are five televised New Year’s Eve celebrations you can enjoy from home.

Wondering what to get your favorite senior (or yourself!) this holiday season? Tech gadgets are in high demand. They’re loads of fun, and they can help seniors connect with friends and loved ones, too! Here are five tech gadgets seniors love this holiday season. 

There are a lot of stressors that come with age. Retiring, developing health issues, losing friends and family members, moving, or being farther away than you’d like from children and grandchildren are all challenges many seniors face.

Is your loved one transitioning to senior living? Or maybe you’re wondering if a senior living community would be a good fit for a family member. If so, it’s natural to have questions about such a big move.

Although each community is different and there will be some variability between types of communities, there are many things senior living communities should all have in common. Here’s what families can expect from a senior living community.

We all want to age well and remain healthy for as long as possible. And staying on top of your medical care is a big part of accomplishing that goal. Many age-related concerns can be staved off or alleviated with preventative practices. And many health conditions respond better to treatment when they are caught early. 

That’s why it’s so important to have a good relationship with your physician and remember to ask questions at your appointment. Here are the five questions seniors should be asking their doctor.

As seniors, it’s important to pay extra attention to the nutrition we get. It’s always best to eat a healthy diet that contains all the vitamins we need, but that’s not always possible.

As we age, it’s important to keep our immune system in top shape. These 8 foods will improve a senior’s immune system.

Sarcopenia, or age-related muscle loss, is a natural but problematic part of aging. In fact, without intervention, many seniors lose around 3% of their muscle strength per year. Worse, that muscle loss is tied to earlier mortality.

Fortunately, exercise can help reverse this process. Here are the best muscle-saving exercises for seniors.

Feeling artistic? Here are seven activities to encourage creativity that are perfect for seniors.

It’s important to keep our brains sharp as we age. Just like any other part of your body, you need to give your brain a workout to keep it in top condition. And we have just what you need to get started! Here are the top eight brain-building activities for seniors.

Does it feel like your home is missing something? A houseplant may be just what you need. Here are five reasons houseplants are good for seniors.

As seniors, we expect to be treated as respected elders, but sadly, that doesn’t always happen. Ageism is a significant problem that can impact how seniors are treated and even how they view themselves. But what exactly is ageism? Let’s look at what we know.

Searching for something fun to do on a chilly fall day? Welcome the change in season with these delightful autumn crafts!

When was the last time you had a good, long laugh? If you can’t remember, it’s been too long! Learn five ways laughter really is the best medicine.