by Sarita Aguilar | Jan 31, 2020 | GERO Student Focus, Uncategorized
Inter-generational experiences has become a sight that is not commonly seen. This is partly due to how unfamiliar this idea is, especially to those in the younger generations. If you have not been exposed to spending time with our older population, interacting with...
by Hannah Manning | Nov 12, 2019 | Aging Resources, Uncategorized
A number of studies have linked regular exercise to a lower risk of hip fracture- a potentially disabling or even fatal injury for older adults. Every year, over 300,000 aged 65 or older are hospitalized for a broken hip. A study of more than 77,000 older U.S. Women,...
by Hannah Manning | Oct 24, 2019 | Uncategorized
Brain Scientists have discovered a new reason to control your blood sugar levels: it could help lower your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. This podcast talks about how the risk for dementia is elevated about twofold in people who have diabetes...
by Helen Teague | Jan 13, 2016 | Uncategorized
While you were away on Christmas vacation, we have collected a few news stories of active older adults. She’s 80 years – and you won’t believe what she does every day She’s 92 years – and you will...
by Helen Teague | Nov 25, 2015 | Uncategorized
49 Thanksgiving Verses to Read While the Turkey Roasts Leviticus 22:29: And when you offer a sacrifice of thanksgiving to the Lord, offer it of your own free will. 2 Samuel 22:50: Therefore I will give thanks to You, O Lord, among the Gentiles, And sing praises to...
by Helen Teague | Oct 26, 2015 | Uncategorized
Do You Know About Silver Alerts? The Silver Alert system—named for seniors’ silver hair—is designed to provide early warning to the public that an elderly person with a condition of mental challenge is missing. The Silver Alert system is modelled after the Amber Alert...
