Falling is not a normal part of aging, and most falls can be prevented. By knowing and managing your risk factors, you can live a full and active life free of the fear of falling. You can reduce your risk of falling by paying more attention to what we like to call the “Three H’s:” your home, your health and ... Read More »
Eating a well-balanced diet is an important part of staying healthy as you age. Eating well helps you maintain a healthy weight and have the energy and nutrients your body needs to stay active and engaged. Healthy eating also can reduce the risk of certain chronic conditions or lessen their symptoms. Further, eating nutritious foods protects bones, joints and muscles ... Read More »
You don’t need to buy special clothes or belong to a gym to become more active. Physical activity can and should be part of your everyday life. Find things you like to do. Go for brisk walks. Ride a bike. Dance. Work around the house. Garden. Climb stairs. Swim. Rake leaves. Try different kinds of activities that keep you moving. ... Read More »
Cognitive health—the ability to clearly think, learn, and remember—is an important component of brain health. Others include: Motor function—how well you make and control movements Emotional function—how well you interpret and respond to emotions Sensory function—how well you feel and respond to sensations of touch, including pressure, pain, and temperature Take Care of Your Health Taking care of your physical ... Read More »
The Ohio Department of Aging, through its HEALTHY U Ohio and STEADY U Ohio initiatives, supports a number of evidence-based educational programs to help you and your loved ones live a healthier and safer life, “Well Beyond 60!” These programs are coordinated in your community by partner organizations dedicated to improving the health and wellness of older Ohioans. Learn more ... Read More »
There are many outlets for information on how to keep healthy and safe as you get older. Some examples are: National Institute on Aging, www.nia.nih.gov NIA, one of the 27 Institutes and Centers of NIH, leads the federal government in conducting and supporting research on aging and the health and well-being of older people. The Institute seeks to understand the nature ... Read More »
Two subjects have been arrested in connection with the shooting of Jacqueline A Dienes on 01/04/2018. The shooter has been identified as Christian Donovan Martinez, a 20 year old male from Lorain, Ohio. He is currently charged with Attempt to Commit Murder, a felony of the first degree and Felonious Assault, a felony of the second degree. Mr. Martinez is ... Read More »
Carlitta Renee of La’ Saj Salon & Barber Shoppe is committed to the idea that she offers clients an experience, and this transformational experience they enjoy has been the key to her success! Their newest service is a Blow-Out Bar with “Davines.” This experience is unique and delivered to each guest every time they visit. Passionate about changing the world ... Read More »
It is important for all folks and especially seniors to understand the medications they may be taking. Huntington Woods Care and Rehabilitation Center, 27705 Westchester Parkway, Westlake, is starting out the New Year by hosting a presentation, “Understanding Your Medications” with guest speaker Tom Strong on Wednesday, January 24, with a complimentary lunch starting at 11:30 a.m. Did you know ... Read More »
Dr. Matthew Evenhouse and Dr. Christopher Manacci opened The Nightingale Centers for Regenerative Medicine this past August. They provide safe, minimally invasive treatments that promote the ability of the body to heal itself. The doctors provide several medical treatments that are new to Ohio. It’s the first clinic of its kind in the Midwest and one of only a handful ... Read More »
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