Cold weather, darker evenings and seasonal illnesses can make everyday tasks more challenging during the winter period, especially for older people.“Winter is a period when we need to be particularly ...

Like many retirement communities, The Terraces serves as a tranquil refuge for a nucleus of older people who no longer can ...

The fitness benefit previously provided Medicare recipients with an allowance to help pay for gym memberships and classes.

Gibson Care Corp., the Home Instead franchise for Iredell and Alexander counties, was recently recognized for service excellence after receiving great ratings and reviews from seniors and their ...

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that’s done either sitting on a chair or using the chair for support while standing. It ...

Senior citizens who are taking several medications are less likely regain independence after rehabilitating from hospital ...

Balance exercises can help older adults improve strength while preventing falls when walking. Learn how to boost your balance at home with these stretches.

A quick sitting-rising test reveals surprising insights into your health and longevity, measuring strength, balance, and ...

Over 55? These 5 chair exercises boost calorie burn and core strength to help reduce belly overhang without floor ab workouts.

Experts say gait speed, grip strength, balance, and endurance are some of the strongest predictors of long-term independence.

Restore muscle tone and balance with 5 standing exercises that fire your whole body and feel easier on joints after 65.

Experts explain the best exercise routine for seniors, including the benefits of weight lifting for seniors. Read more about ...