Category: Senior Health and Wellness
Home Safety Checklist for Seniors
Staying Active This Winter: Indoor Fitness and Mental Wellness Tips for Seniors
Should My Aging Parent Get a Flu Shot Every Year?
Ask the Expert: Senior-Friendly Places in Columbus, Ohio
Are you or an aging loved one on the hunt for things to do that offer a senior discount in and around Columbus? Many senior-friendly places in the area, including restaurants, stores, and attractions, are accessible and offer senior discounts or special services to make life easier for older adults. This blog provides a brief… Read more »
Is it Okay to Cheat on a Cardiac Diet?
Are you or a loved one on a very restrictive cardiac diet? A primary care provider may want you to follow a cardiac diet to help better manage coronary artery disease or a similar condition. For many adults, a cardiac diet can feel like an abrupt change in lifestyle and may be difficult to follow,… Read more »
Top 5 Amazing Health Benefits of Gardening for Seniors
A green thumb is a healthy thumb. Discover the benefits of gardening for seniors to inspire you during this growing season! 1. Gardening helps keep seniors active. Gardening is a way to get your whole body moving. As you plant, weed and water, you’re putting your whole body to work. For seniors, an added benefit… Read more »
Guide to a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
February is well known for being American Heart Health Month, a yearly awareness campaign created to alert people of the risk factors for heart-related illnesses and encourage them to take steps in protecting their heart. Optalis participates in various ways such as helping to educate adults on the disease and preventative ways to potentially reverse… Read more »
Top 10 Winter Safety Tips for Seniors
Being a family caregiver during frosty northern winters can be especially challenging. From power outages to slip and fall accidents on black ice, being prepared is key. Here are our top ten suggestions: Preparing for Winter Emergency Kit: Ice and snow storms can keep individuals stuck indoors for several days in a row. Make sure to… Read more »
