January is National Hobby Month. Trying to figure out what to do during your days off or your evenings could be some tough stuff. It can feel a little cheesy trying to find a hobby as an adult, especially when one doesn’t include drinking or happy hours. But what if you’re not particularly passionate about anything? Where do you start? Well, first of all, everyone has a passion — you just haven’t discovered yours yet, probably. But don’t worry,...
The fall and wintertime can be an incredibly busy time for many of us where we neglect to look at some of the smaller items in our health care; I’m talking feet. Foot care is one that many forget about and can become a serious issue in living with diabetes. The increase in caution is due to the simple changes in weather where winter moisture, cold, and dryness increase the risk of foot-related injuries and infections.
November is American Diabetes Month. Diabetes is one of the leading causes of disability and death in the United States.
Here is a sampling of some of the best tech gadgets for seniors and grandparents to help them manage their day and make their lives easier.
Talk to your renal dietitian about incorporating a healthy lifestyle and diet into your plan and make sure that you stock your kitchen with healthy, delicious, and kidney-friendly foods to take control of your renal care.
Nevada - A few years ago, Good Morning Las Vegas reported about two elderly widowers who met and fell in love while playing bingo. That couple is now known as Mr. and Mrs. Duane Buerth.Duane Buerth and Joy Cusare were married over the weekend at Green Valley Ranch, which is where they met. Duane celebrated his 90th birthday at the same time.The couple plays bingo at Green Valley Ranch every day and says they plan to celebrate their wedding...
Welcome to 2018 where you can walk in a room and find your friends actively engaged on any form of digital media. Seniors are becoming one of the fastest growing populations getting plugged-in. With the increase of digital, older adults brings on the increase of online predators who are looking at you as prey to financial scams every year. Use the tips offered to you by The Bingo Nugget to protect yourself online. Use direct deposit for benefit checks to...
The Fall can be a beautiful time with the holidays starting, leaves changing, oh and the flu. October marks Respiratory Care Week (last full week of October). Chances are because you’re in Texas, you have dealt with some kind of respiratory issue in your life even if you are not currently suffering.
With aging comes aging bodies with joints and muscles needing some TLC. It can be as simple as starting in your chair and stretching.
You’ve raised your kids, you’re able to see your grandchildren enjoy life and now you have been hit with an amazing amount of freedom. Before you start taking on multiple responsibilities to fill the void you are now feeling, now is the time to start putting yourself back on the priority list.
