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SENIOR ORAL HISTORIES: Don’t Wait Too Long

New Jersey Senior Tips Oral history is the systematic collection of living people’s testimony about their own experiences. Historians recognize that the everyday memories of everyday people, not just the rich and famous, have historical importance. Your stories and the stories of the people around you are unique, valuable treasures for your family and your […]

Fun Activities for New Jersey Grandparents and Grandchildren

Maintaining close relationships with young grandchildren or great-grandchildren is important for the emotional health and well being of seniors. Here are some things to consider whether you live close or far away: When you live nearby Play dress-up. Go through your closet and set aside unused clothes for pretend play – the more vintage and […]

Grandparenting: Fun Activities for Grandchildren and Grandparents

NJ Senior Living & Lifestyle Maintaining close relationships with grandchildren is important for the emotional health and well being of seniors.  Here are some things to consider whether you live close or far away: At home: Play dress-up. Go through your closet and set aside unused clothes for pretend play – the more vintage and […]

Elderly Exercise: It’s Never Too Late

NJ Senior Health & Fitness Physical activity is good for people at any age. Among elderly adults, falls are a common cause of injury and disability. Physical activity makes your bones and muscles stronger. When your muscles are strong, you are less likely to fall. If you do fall, strong bones are less likely to […]

New Years Resolutions for Senior Citizens

NJ Senior News & Resources What can New Jersey seniors do to make the New Year a good one?  Consider the following: Shared experiences and the resulting wisdom The younger generations need the benefit of the wisdom elderly citizens have acquired throughout their lives. By sharing their wisdom with young people, senior citizens become a […]

Healthy Flying for Seniors – 7 Tips

NJ Senior Health Plan to travel by plane this winter?  If so, here are a few things to consider: Wash your hands. Under all circumstances it’s important to wash your hands regularly – this is more important when you’re in any public place. You might also carry a small bottle of hand-sanitizing gel for times […]

Help Seniors Enjoy the Holidays – 10 Tips

NJ Senior Living & Lifestyle The end of the year holidays are approaching.  What can you do to make the holidays particularly pleasant for your aging parents or loved ones?  Here are some thoughts: Stroll down memory lane. Holidays provoke memories, which can be especially powerful in the later years of life. “Leading authorities have […]

Lifestyle Tips for NJ Seniors

New Jersey Senior Living & Lifestyle Here are some wise tips that every senior should consider following: Phone solicitations Never respond to phone solicitations for products or winning sweepstakes. And NEVER give out ANY personal information to ANYONE who contacts you by telephone – especially a social security number or credit card information. Tell them […]

How to Talk to Your Elderly Loved One

NJ Senior Living & Lifestyle In general, there is a difference between seniors in their 80s and older, and those who are now in their 70s.  For example: Seniors in Their 80s Seniors in their 80s, who lived through the Depression, have often spent frugally and saved as much as possible. They focus on wanting […]

Best Senior Activities – Gardening Keeps You Young!

New Jersey Senior Living Gardening can do wonders for an elderly person.  The benefits are endless. Gardening involves walking, bending, pulling and lifting, which is a great workout. When we work on a garden, we burn calories and increase flexibility, relieve stress and lower blood pressure. Fresh nutrition is also a benefit. A garden can […]

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