There’s a new way to determine when you’ve got enough money in your nest egg to last the rest of your life. It involves flipping the script.
Traditionally, individuals picked the age at which they planned to retire and tried to get as much money in the bank as possible before they hit that age. Typically, people picked somewhere between the age of 65 and 70 as the time they planned to leave their work life behind.

The problem is that thinking was forged during an age when people were holding off until they could qualify for a pension. Today, unless you work in the publi…

Today, many seniors wish to age in place — in the home they’ve known and loved for decades.

But one of the biggest requirements for aging in place is continuing to eat healthy. As seniors age, grocery shopping and cooking may become much harder. As a result it becomes very tempting to dine out frequently or purchase pre-packaged, frozen meals.

The problem is, if you’re not careful, restaurant dining and microwavable frozen meals can be high in sodium and fats. They can also make it harder to stick to dietary restrictions.

So where can seniors living at home –…

Welcome to the Year of the Dog!
February 16 marks the beginning of the 2018 Chinese New Year. As we say goodbye to the Year of the Rooster and welcome in the Year of the Dog, there may be one question on your mind: “Am I anything like my Chinese Zodiac sign?” Find out the answer, plus a brief history of today’s Chinese holiday, below!

History
Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival, is the most important holiday in Chinese culture. The 23-day celebration is a time for renewal, as well as honoring household and heavenly deities and ancestors. Family memb…

Did you see our most recent Webinar?
We recently held a Webinar, “Taking Charge of Your Bone Health” as part of our VigR® philosophy focused on wellness through Vitality, Independence, Growth and Resilience. The online presentation was chock full of interesting and important information that can help us maintain, and even improve, our bone health as we age. During the webinar, physical therapist Joanne Fagerstrom explained what osteoporosis is, the importance of proper posture, and discussed each of the five domains of fitness as they relate to healthy bones. These f…

Further research on the benefits of meditation has led to a plethora of fascinating discoveries, including its overwhelmingly positive impact on aging brains.

Meditation is the practice of shifting your focus to the present moment. Clearing your mind for just 10 minutes every day significantly reduces stress, controls anxiety and promotes good health.

Unfortunately, despite the proven benefits, many older adults don’t participate in meditation. Many say they don’t have time, and others claim they’re unable to clear their mind of all thought. The good news is, medi…