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Fatigue in older adults can be a natural part of the aging process, however the idea of “slowing down with age” can gradually shift from a slight change in routines and rhythms to a serious obstacle for long-term health and independence. When everyday activities such as preparing meals, walking short…

From conversations with loved ones to the sound of a doorbell or smoke alarm, hearing plays a critical role in daily life. For many older adults, however, hearing loss develops slowly and may go unnoticed for years while having a serious impact on long-term quality of life, independence, and health.…

New York City can be a beautiful place during a winter snow storm, but the prolonged cold weather and heavy snowfall experienced this winter means that snow banks and ice have remained on sidewalks far longer than we’ve typically experienced in recent years. Given the surprising amount of snow and…

Despite chilly weather, the spring season is fast approaching, and with it, spring cleaning. There’s no shortage of spring-cleaning projects to take up, but few will have as many direct impacts on your long-term health and safety as a review of your prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications kept around the…

Cold weather, short days, and stress around the holidays can make the winter an emotionally tough time of year, and a growing body of evidence suggests that there might be biological causes for the “winter blues,” a condition referred to in medical circles as “Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD.) While feeling…

Enjoying a home-cooked meal is one of life’s simple pleasures at any age. For older adults, being able to produce nutritious meals at home can be a key element in remaining healthy, independent, and maintaining a positive outlook on one’s abilities to care for themselves. At the same time, kitchens…