Category Archives: BOOMER MAINTENANCE

Senior Symptom Guide: How to Know When it’s Time to See a Specialist

by Sarah Posted on April 10, 2013

Diarrhea, constipation, heartburn, bloating, gas, vomiting, unexplained weight loss, high blood pressure, fatigue or lethargy, anemia, diabetes, dizziness, chronic headaches, sleep issues. One or two of these 15 symptoms could be yours, at one time or another. Granted, that would … Continue reading →

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Unusual Senior Living Options

by Sarah Posted on March 21, 2013

Who doesn’t love a good cruise (or resolve to someday take one)? The majestic ocean stretching out, the great service, fine food and entertainment combined with the fun of meeting people from all over the world, stops in exotic places, … Continue reading →

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Apps that Make Senior Living Easier

by Sarah Posted on March 7, 2013

Smart devices are no longer just for the young. Many senior citizens have been engaged with technology for years; others are just learning to use it. Almost all are using it more and more frequently. But these devices are no … Continue reading →

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How to Evaluate Assisted Living Facilities

by Sarah Posted on February 15, 2013

Making the decision to move from retirement to assisted living can be extremely difficult. You may wonder if you will be trading all your freedoms for something similar to a prison sentence. Will your fun-filled retirement years end in quiet … Continue reading →

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The Pros and Cons of Retirement Relocation

by Sarah Posted on February 1, 2013

People relocate for different reasons and with such an immense amount of resources at our fingertips nowadays, relocating at a later stage in life has become fairly common, especially among retirees looking for a fresh, new start. However, if you … Continue reading →

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Aging at Home: Senior Care Options

by Jennifer Posted on December 14, 2012

Today, we are delighted to present a guest post by Alex Chamberlain on the issue of aging at home: Various surveys of seniors return the same results: seniors say they wish to stay in their own homes as they age. … Continue reading →

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Guest Post: Seniors at Risk for Pelvic Organ Prolapse

by admin Posted on November 2, 2012

This week’s Boomer Round-up is taking a back seat for a very special guest post from Elizabeth Carrollton. Modern society values youthful bodies and seems to have an almost pathological fear of aging. As you get older, your body usually … Continue reading →

Posted in BOOMER MAINTENANCE, HEALTH, Medical News | Tagged drugwatch, rolapse of the pelvic organs, senior medical issues | 3 Comments

The Four Cornerstones of Healthy Caregivers

by Jennifer Posted on October 30, 2012

There are few things more difficult in life than caring for someone on a permanent basis. Whether you’re caring for a loved one or you work as a full-time caregiver, it’s often a thankless position to be in. For those … Continue reading →

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Eric Dishman: Health Care and the Impending Age Wave

by Jennifer Posted on October 19, 2012

Eric Dishman is an Intel researcher who studies technical and societal solutions to health care issues for the aging population. In this Ted talk, he describes how behavioural markers may be the best early indicators of dementia. He indicates that … Continue reading →

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Ways to Stay Feeling Young – Guest Post by Megan

by admin Posted on December 6, 2011

Listen – Let’s forget about your age for a second. I mean it – no numbers. There are so many things that can keep you feeling young despite stereotypical chains holding you back. Don’t buy into the hype! Despite our … Continue reading →

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