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“I’ll Sleep On It”: Seven Great Reasons to Get a Good Night’s Sleep
Posted on March 6, 2018 - Sometimes it might seem that sleep is just a waste of time. But in fact, during sleep, our bodies do a lot of “housekeeping” that keeps us healthier, safer, and more independent as we age. To learn more, read “‘I’ll Sleep On It’: Seven Great Reasons to Get a Good Night’s Sleep.”
"I Did It My Way"
Posted on March 1, 2018 - Spend your retirement years living by your own rules with BeWell@Home.
Seniors More Likely to Exercise in Natural Surroundings
Posted on March 1, 2018 - A study from Finland found that seniors are more likely to be active when they’re in interesting surroundings, such as an area with water and natural features, even if they have mobility challenges.
Make Daylight Saving Time Life Saving Time
Posted on February 27, 2018 - Older adults are at higher risk of death and serious injury from fires and the effects of carbon monoxide. Do you and your loved ones have smoke alarms and CO detectors installed? Experts suggest getting in the habit of testing these devices on an occasion when we’re already fiddling with other gadgets in the home. To learn more, read “Make Daylight Saving Time Life Saving Time.”
Planning For Your Dreams
Posted on February 22, 2018 - End-of-life planning is important, but so is planning for the years before the end of life. A Stanford Medicine professor says patients may be more likely to heed medical advice if it is linked to their goals and dreams.