Tag: therapeutic

5 Benefits of Laughter

Posted on October 10, 2012

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Throughout time we have heard the statement “Laughter is the best medicine”. Research today has shown that there are numerous health benefits to laughter! Take a look at some of the benefits of laughter and see how beneficial it would be to incorporate humor into daily activity programs in your senior community. Helps Manage Hormones: […]

Health Benefits in Internet usage for Older Adults

Posted on September 5, 2012

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A study conducted in April, 2012 shows that within recent years American adults ages 65 and older have become more computer savvy through internet usage and email. With the past years showing little usage growth in this age group, this current 53% usage rate is significant. With the increase of internet usage, many positive health […]

Exercise is Key to Fall Prevention in the Elderly

Posted on August 23, 2012

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Exercise is key when it comes to fall prevention in the elderly. Statistics show that injuries caused by falls are the leading cause of death among people 65 and older, and that the risk of falling only increases with age. The loss of independent function and strength is the biggest culprit of falls. Of the […]

5 Program Ideas to promote Spiritual Wellness within your community!

Posted on July 23, 2012

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Research shows that more than 90% of elderly in the U.S. consider themselves to be religious and approximately 5% consider themselves to be spiritual. Within these studies it was said that 96% of the elderly believe in God or a universal spirit, greater than 90% actively pray, and greater than 50% attend religious services weekly […]

Numerous Health Benefits for Physically Active Seniors!

Posted on July 10, 2012

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According to Dr. Kevin O’Neil, the Medical Director for Brookdale Senior Living, physical movement and exercise is the cheapest and easiest way to improve health and assist in leading to a longer life in elders. Dr. O’Neil has taught and practiced geriatric medicine for over 27 years and he feel that there are numerous medical benefits […]

Does Music Therapy Really Work?

Posted on February 20, 2012

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Have you ever noticed that individuals with dementia are often times able to sing along to a familiar song even though they may have a hard time remembering daily occurrences and/or their communication may be impaired? Why is this? According to studies performed by the American Music Therapy Association, there are certain pathways of the […]