Take charge of your health
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
Flourish: Don't Be Salty This Holiday Season
On average, Americans consume 47% more sodium per day than they should.
Read More
Flourish: Stay safe in the summer heat
Did you know that every year, thousands of people develop symptoms of heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke? Source: Mayo Clinic
Read More
Flourish: Benefits of eating locally grown produce
Did you know that 9 out of 10 adults don’t eat enough fruits or vegetables? This puts them at an increased risk for many serious diseases such as diabetes, obesity and some cancers.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Read More
23 of 23
Be Well Stories
Lifelong learning: the benefits of learning a new skill
Maintain healthy vision
The benefits of gardening
The joy of giving back as a volunteer
The role pets can play in healthy aging
What we can learn from Blue Zones
Building healthy habits
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
1 of 6