Recovering The SelfA Journal of Hope and Healing

Aging

Some Early Signs of Dementia and Preventive Measures against It

by Tom Peterson Dementia refers to a range of symptoms which affect a person’s cognitive functioning; especially their capacity to remember, reason and …

Senior Citizens and Casinos

by Evelyn Horan Do you live in an area where there are gaming Casinos? In Southern California, in earlier years, when we thought of stage entertainment and fun …

3 Amazing Anti-Aging Benefits of Green Tea

by Emily Pham Do you want to be forever young? Do you want your skin smooth and healthy forever? There is a fact that most of us can never fight against the …

Not Spry

by Mary Hiland Have you ever asked someone for an opinion about something you own or some aspect of your appearance or personality, and the response is not …

Recapturing the Youthful Look with Injectables and Fillers

by John Gary What happens to skin as it ages? Collagen and elastin break down causing the skin to sag. Fat and muscle tone decrease, taking the healthy plume …

7 Things to Check before Joining a Retirement Community

by John Gary Retirement communities are a boom for elders in the modern age lifestyle. There are many elderly people around us who want to live the golden …

Four Things You Didn’t Know About Anti-Aging

by John Gary Things people don’t know about Anti-Aging People don’t really know that the thing we do in our everyday lives can cause anti-aging like …

Want to Age Slow? Mediterranean Diet Could be Your Answer

Various regions of the world have a range of different food cultures and when it comes to the question of what is healthier to eat, it’s difficult to reach a …

How Recreational Activities Can Make You Feel Better in Your 60s

by John Gary Once we reach a certain age, it seems as though the body stops working correctly. Muscles do not stretch as they used to and it can make it seem …

Plastic Surgery Options to Look Young in Your 40s

by John Gary As we get older, we begin to see the wrinkles and fine lines along the facial area and understand that we are aging. Most people do not look …

How to Communicate Patiently with Alzheimer’s Sufferers

by Clare Evans Alzheimer’s is a scary, lonely, and debilitating disease. It can have a huge and devastating effect on a sufferer and their family. Slowly …

Exercises for Seniors and the Elderly

by Vani A study by Sweden’s Karolinska Institute and Stockholm University showed that following a healthy lifestyle allows for a longer life, even for …

8 Engaging Activities Your Recovering Grandparent Can Do to Cope from a Loss

Guest Blogger: Krisca Te  Death is an inevitable part of life and, as we age, the prevalence of death around us increases. If they are lucky, loving couples …

How to Find a Great Carer for Your Aging Parents or GrandParents

Guest Blogger:  Andy C. Not everyone is fortunate enough to remain independent into their later years. As people age, their needs change and they require …

Anti-Aging Tips to Live Healthier, Better and Longer

Guest Blogger: Hussain Aging is a major concern of many age groups today, and that is why anti-aging techniques and tips have become one of the hottest topics …

It is Never Too Early to Start Planning for Senior Care

Guest Blogger: Lisa James The baby boomers are starting to age and they are looking for a new and different way of life. They are often not ready to retire at …

Being Emotionally Prepared for Long-Term Care

Guest Blogger: Rob Wood An elderly parent or family member will rely on round-the-clock care increasingly as they age. While caring for them may be achievable …

Vote for Service-Learning/Volunteering Blog Post

Frances Shani Parker’s blog post Service-Learning Reflections Poem has been nominated for the Assisted Living Today (ALT) Award for Best Senior Homes …

Tips for Starting a Stretching Program

Stretching regularly is important for your body to function properly and it also helps you feel less stressed. It can help with musculoskeletal problems as …

Unplugging by Degrees

Guest Blogger – Nancy Wesson Yes – I am unplugging – choosing to experience life in a different way and that is still unfolding.  At the …

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