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Posted on January 15, 2020 - As we grow older, we are more likely to be living with chronic health conditions. Heart disease, arthritis, vision and hearing loss, diabetes and many other illnesses all can take a toll on our quality of life, so it’s not surprising that many seniors who are living with health challenges are also dealing with depression, anxiety and even suicidal thoughts.

Posted on January 13, 2020 - “No one really understands what we go through and I’m not sure they care. So I just focus on her and me now.” When you’re providing care for an elderly or disabled loved one, life can be lonely. The AARP offers tips for making connections.

Posted on January 8, 2020 - It’s a pretty common New Year’s resolution: join a gym, or if you already have a membership, spend more time there. Working out at a gym offers many health advantages, including weight control, disease management and depression-busting. Instructors teach classes and are often on the scene to be sure you are using equipment properly. Personal trainers help ensure you’re sticking to your exercise routine. And you can’t use bad weather as an excuse to skip a gym workout! Today, many Medicare Advantage plans offer a free gym membership; they know this helps seniors remain independent and healthy, and in the process, saves on healthcare costs.

Posted on January 6, 2020 - That spare tire harms more than our vanity! A Yale research team is trying to understand why belly fat increases as we grow older—and how that is related to age-related diseases.

Posted on January 1, 2020 - This is the time of year when many seniors find themselves feeling depressed. The holiday season can be sad if we’ve lost a loved one or if we’re far away from those we love. And spending time with a crowd of family doesn’t make us immune! Excessive expectations for gift-giving, decorating and preparations, dealing with difficult relationships (and this year, for many, those political arguments!), can lead to holiday-related stress and the “holiday blues”—feelings of disappointment, sadness, fatigue or frustration. Too little sleep and too much alcohol don’t help, either.