The Lifeline Blog

Summertime, and the livin’ is easy. At least that’s what the song says. It’s time for big events like summer travel and family reunions. It’s also time for unrealistic expectations and unfortunate (and perhaps inevitable) conflicts with loved ones. The pattern is almost as old as we are. When we’re kids, we get excited – Read more >>

Are you thinking about getting a mobility scooter? You won’t be sorry! These are lifestyle-enhancing machines that can help you rediscover a sense of freedom and mobility. But be warned, purchasing the wrong mobility scooter and using it the wrong way can make you feel more frustrated and trapped than ever. It can even lead Read more >>

Late summer and early fall are the perfect time for activities like outdoor dining. The temps are still warm, but not too toasty, and the sun’s still up late so you can linger over your meal. Here are three picnic ideas for seniors. Use them as inspiration for your own al fresco dining experience. 1. Read more >>

We asked the experts what you need to know about medical conditions that can beset older adults in the summer months. Here are their hot-weather tips for seniors: Hot Weather Tips for Seniors 1. Heat Exhaustion and Stroke Any symptoms of heat exhaustion or stroke – flushing in the face, increased body temperature, headaches, nausea, Read more >>

Your skin is your biggest organ, and it’s the only one you can’t live without. So it’s important to take care of it. But what does that mean? It means protecting your skin from the sun! As we all know, blocking the UV rays of the sun is critical for slowing down the aging process. Read more >>

One component of aging is usually a decrease in activity, which can result in loss of flexibility, strength and agility. While exercise can’t stop the aging process, it can slow down the effects. Some physical activities are especially beneficial to seniors. Here are five of the best ways for seniors to enjoy better physical health: Read more >>

Old age is unfair. Not only do our bodies become older and less capable of the things they used to be able to do easily, but our minds can diminish, too. However, remember that your brain is a muscle, too. And if you don’t use it, you lose it. Ten Free and Fun Games For Read more >>

You spend years looking forward to the day when you can retire. You dream about how you will spend that extra free time and what life will be like with no strict schedules. However, retirement is not always as grand as it seems, and many seniors choose to take on a part-time job for those Read more >>

The U.S. Department of Justice Launches Elder Justice Seniors are often at the mercy of those who are supposed to care for them, which means they can be taken advantage of. Unfortunately, Elder abuse and financial frauds are rampant in the U.S.: • Data shows that 10% of Americans over 60 are victims of elder abuse Read more >>

According to the National Institutes of Health, more than 1.6 million older adults in the US go to the emergency room for fall-related injuries each year. Many of them never return to their own homes again, instead moving to assisted living communities or nursing homes because of injuries they sustained in the fall, their fear Read more >>