by the ESHL Team | Jan 9, 2025 | Elwood, Essential Senior Connections, Northview, Park Place, Resources, Summit
It’s important to include 4 types in your exercise routine. Seniors 65 and older should get at least 2.5 hours of moderate aerobic exercise (such as brisk walking) every week. That averages out to about 30 minutes on most days of the week. Or you should get 1 hour and...
by the ESHL Team | Nov 15, 2024 | Elwood, Essential Senior Connections, Northview, Park Place, Rehab News, Resources, Summit
Worldwide, one in three women and one in five men aged 50 years and over will suffer an osteoporotic fracture. Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and fragile, so that they break easily – even as a result of a minor fall, a bump, a sneeze, or a sudden movement....
by the ESHL Team | Sep 12, 2024 | Elwood, Essential Senior Connections, Northview, Park Place, Resources, Summit
Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for older Americans. Falls threaten seniors’ safety and independence, and generate enormous economic and personal costs. However, falling is not an inevitable result of aging. Through practical lifestyle...
by the ESHL Team | Jun 19, 2024 | Blog, Elwood, Essential Senior Connections, Northview, Park Place, Resources, Summit
During extreme heat it is easy to become dehydrated or for your body to overheat. Heat can cause serious and potentially fatal health problems such as heat exhaustion and heatstroke, trigger sudden events like heart attack or stroke, or worsen existing medical...
by the ESHL Team | Jun 1, 2024 | Blog, Essential Senior Connections, Events
Recurring Programs First Friday Free Senior Movie – 12:00 p.m.First Friday of each month. Doors open at 12:30 p.m., Show at 1:00 p.m.The Alex Theatre, 407 N Harrison St, Alexandria. Concessions available for purchase. Alzheimer’s Support Group – 2:00 p.m.Second...
by the ESHL Team | Apr 24, 2024 | Blog, Elwood, Essential Senior Connections, Northview, Park Place, Rehab News, Resources, Summit
HTS Therapy News Swallowing is a complex process that involves over twenty-five muscles all working together to move food from the mouth to the stomach. For many older adults, swallowing can become a challenge. Swallowing disorders, also known as dysphagia, can...
