Today’s families are often separated by long distances. Adult children may leave the city they grew up in to go to college or pursue a career. They may settle in a new location and raise their family there. Busy family life can make trips home to visit loved ones more challenging.

At the start of a new year, people often resolve to improve their lives. Older adults are no different. For many, taking steps to live a healthier life is the focus of their New Year’s resolutions.

Falls are the leading cause of disability and serious injuries among older adults. In fact, a senior is treated for a fall every 11 seconds in the United States. Issues like medication errors and poor nutrition can raise the risk for falls.

There are more single seniors today than ever before. A longer life expectancy combined with an increasing number of divorces later in life is a leading reason. Another is that more adults are choosing to remain single for their entire lives.

Reading is important at every age, including during retirement years. Here are some of the benefits of making reading part of your everyday life as you age:

For many of us, flu prevention begins and ends with getting our annual influenza vaccine. That is the best way to prevent the flu, but as we head into the busy holiday season—a time that often coincides with an increase in flu activity—it’s good to know there are other precautions you can also take to protect yourself.

Winter is making its return to many parts of North America. Ice, snow, and cold temperatures can be hard on a vehicle. While many families take steps to help an older loved one prepare their home for winter, winterizing the car is sometimes overlooked. Even if the senior doesn’t drive all that often, it’s important to complete a winter readiness check.