Take charge of your health

Walk with Ease to Reduce Joint Pain and Stay Active

Angela Kalkbrenner is helping older Minnesotans create a routine to stay active and healthy in a safe, relaxing and enjoyable way — walking! As director of wellness at SilverCreek on Main, a senior living community in Maple Grove, MN, she is one of the people leading people through the Walk with Ease program to make walking part of their everyday life. Read More

2021 Falls Prevention Awareness Week Presentations

Falls are not inevitable. Most falls can be avoided. To mark Falls Prevention Awareness Week, September 20 through 24, 2021, Juniper held free online sessions. They are chocked full of good information and tips to help you reduce your risk. Read More

Take the Right Steps to Prevent Falls

According to the CDC, every second of the day, someone age 65 and over falls in the United States. One in four older adults will experience a fall, and one in five falls results in a broken bone, too often a hip fracture. Slips and falls are NOT a “normal” part of aging and they can be prevented. Read More

Social Connect: An Antidote for Stress and Social Isolation

Stress and social isolation can affect anyone. If you are an older adult or a person with disabilities, you probably know that you are particularly at risk for them. Social Connect is proving to be a resource that can help you stay well, learn how to manage stress and get connected to others through the program’s classes. Read More

Exercise Is for All of Us

Exercise not only has physical benefits but many mental and emotional benefits as well. This article will detail why exercise is important, the benefits associated with getting regular exercise, ways to maintain an exercise program, and possible risks associated with exercise and when to see your doctor regarding these risks. Read More
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Be Well Stories

Preventing Muscle Loss

Heart Health as we Age

The Power of Positivity

Essential Nutrients for Healthy Aging

Staying active in cold weather

Home modifications to prevent falls

The impact of stress on aging and how to manage it

The role of social connections in longevity

Care tips for aging skin

How to improve sleep quality as you age

The importance of nutrition for healthy aging

When should you go to the hospital after a fall?

Sticking to a self-improvement plan

September is National Fall Prevention Awareness Month

Traveling tips for managing chronic pain

Maximize your savings with senior discounts

Dance Your Way to Better Health and Safety

Unlock Your Happiness During Happiness Happens Month

Keep cool while exercising outdoors

Protect your skin from UV rays
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