The Eldercare Channel

Great news from researchers! It seems that the belief that seniors have a poorer quality of sleep than their younger counterparts is a myth. Read more by clicking the link below and feel free to share your thoughts in the comments! http://www.seniorjournal.com/NEWS/Aging/2012/20121119-Assumption.htm

Fun Fact (Black) Friday: Some 34% of shoppers said they plan to shop on Black Friday, today, up from 31% last year. As many as 152 million people plan to shop this weekend, up 10% from last year and the biggest expected turnout ever.

Are you going to brave the crowds this weekend?

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the Eldercare Channel!

A great infographic from the folks over at MySeniorSolution.com on healthy snack foods.

Boost that memory!

Tasty Tuesday: We all know that garlic is helpful for everything from the heart to the common cold, and this incredibly simple garlic chicken recipe is both delicious and healthy! http://allrecipes.com/recipe/a-good-easy-garlic-chicken/detail.aspx

Fun Fact Friday: While depression is certainly a concern among seniors, new research shows that no matter how you measure it, most people actually get happier as they get older! http://bit.ly/RP5f2i

Sometimes we all need a bit of inspiration. This article offers 30 fantastic and inspiring quotes to make even the toughest days of caregiving a little brighter. http://www.agingcare.com/Articles/caregivers-quotes-inspiration-141133.htm

Now here’s a state that’s doing it right. The state of Ohio has a Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. What a remarkable group of people on this list, and what fantastic contributions they have made to their communities, the country, and the world! http://www.aging.ohio.gov/news/halloffame/

Please join us as we honor and thank all those who have served our country! Thank you for your service!

Senior fitness is an incredibly important part of healthy aging, but it can mean different things to different people. Let us know what you or your loved one are doing to stay in shape!

Fun Fact Friday: In 2004, 79% of seniors were registered to vote, and around three quarters of them made it to the ballot box. With the election right around the corner, make sure you are registered to vote where you live and have it on your calendar to make it to the polls!

A fantastic post from the folks over at the Caregiving Coalition. If you have parents with multiple health conditions, this is well worth a read! http://www.caregivingcoalition.org/2012/10/16/how-to-help-parents-with-multi-health-issues/

How To Help Parents With Multi-Health Issues - Caregiving Coalition According to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, three out of four adults over the age of 65 have multiple chronic conditions. An article from theNew York Timesstates a majority of older adults are coping with at least three chronic conditions. Managing the combination of these ailments together can...