The Growing Gap Between Lifespan and “Healthspan”: Why It Matters More Than Ever
Share the Post: People across the globe are living longer than ever before—but not necessarily better. The gap between our lifespan (how long we live) and what we might call our “healthspan” (how long we stay healthy) is widening each year, and the trend could cause for concern. At Kavod Senior Life – both in…
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How to Avoid Falls: Steps for Staying Safe and On Your Feet
Share the Post: Falling is a serious health risk for older adults. According to the CDC, 1 in 4 individuals over the age of 65 report falling each year, which equates to 14 million older adults in the US alone. These falls can lead to serious injury, hospitalization, or even long-term disabilities. In fact, AARP…
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Where Did I Put My Keys? Simple Tips & Tricks to Improve Your Memory
Share the Post: Have you ever walked into a room and immediately forgotten why you went in there? Or spent minutes searching for your keys, only to find them on the counter? Forgetfulness can happen at any age, but as we grow older, we become more aware of the condition of our memory. These concerns…
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Caffeine and Aging: a Closer Look into the Benefits and Risks
Share the Post: When most people think of caffeine, they picture coffee, restlessness, and many sleepless nights. For older adults, however, having caffeine can offer more health benefits than just a quick extra boost of energy. While having too much caffeine can come with some negative side effects, growing research showcases it can help aid…
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The Skin-ny on Older Skin Care
Share the Post: It is commonly know that as we age, our skin changes. Normal aging includes skin becoming thinner and more fragile, as well as the potential of developing drier skin, wrinkles, age spots, and – more seriously – an increased risk of skin cancer. To help keep skin as healthy as possible while…
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Guest Blog: Getting Outside Gets Inside
Share the Post: By Scott Fisher (Kavod Board Chair) and Ben Green, co-authors of The Aging Wisely Project It is a sad commentary on our current cultural worldview that sunlight is widely perceived to be harmful, a cancer-causing threat. But what does the research actually say? And does this research affect older adults differently than…
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