As you get older, staying healthy becomes even more important. Adults aged 65 and older make up about 50-70% of flu-related hospitalizations in the U.S. each year. That’s according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Your immune system naturally gets weaker with age, which makes it harder for your body to fight off infections.…
In 2025, more than 1 in 4 Ohioans are over the age of 60, according to research by The Scripps Gerontology Center. This means more families are planning for retirement and senior housing than ever before. Knowing the cost of senior independent living is key to making smart, stress-free decisions for the next chapter of life. Located just east of Columbus,…
According to the Ohio Department of Aging, Ohio is home to over 2.8 million people who are 60 years old or older. If you’re one of these seniors, you may struggle to find activities. You may be retired and have fewer daily tasks. You might be on the lookout for fun summer activities to fill…
Did you know that Gahanna is called the Herb Capital of Ohio, boasting a Herbal Trail, botanical gardens, and annual herb festivals? This unique connection with nature makes it the perfect destination for any senior seeking comfort and calm in their later years, something that’s vital for maintaining emotional well-being. Our older years can bring…
According to the American Foundation for the Blind, 13.4 million American adults 65+ experience vision loss. Some vision changes are part of the aging process. For instance, there’s presbyopia, in which the eye’s lens can no longer focus as sharply on nearby objects as it did before. Vision impairment or loss, however, is a different…
