There is something special about a good book, article, or story. Whether you are reading a newspaper article or a fiction book, the very act of reading is advantageous and valid because it is a mentally stimulating and enriching activity; no one format or genre is ‘better’ than the other. Reading is valuable for people of all ages, but is an activity you’ll want to continue or begin in your senior years for your benefit. Read on to find out about the 11 benefits of reading for seniors.

Measures of protection must be taken to shield the brain from diseases, and to avoid frequent hospitalization and other health complications. Thankfully, some simple, easy lifestyle modifications can do the trick to build brain resiliency. While there are many ways, here are five easy and important ways that aging adults and seniors can boost their brain health and brain resilience against disease.

While it might already feel like summer given the extreme humidity and the continuous sunshine here in Canada, the first day of summer in the Northern Hemisphere is officially on the twentieth of June. This past year has been quite hard for everyone, and this will be our second summer during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, with restrictions easing, stores slowly opening back up, and more and more people getting vaccinated, this summer might not be so bad after all. Below are ten fun yet completely safe activities for seniors and aging adults to enjoy during the summer.

Stress is a regular part of life, especially as one ages. Retired people can still experience stress in many forms. Despite its normalcy, stress can still have negative effects on our physical and mental health – especially in old age – and must be managed before it goes too far. Here are 12 tips for managing stress in old age.