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Preventive Care in Older Men

If you find it difficult to get your loved one to take care of his health, you are not alone. While 82% of men in a 2019 Cleveland Clinic survey report trying to stay healthy and live longer for those who rely on them, only 50% engage in preventive care. So, in honor of Men’s Health Month in June, here are three steps toward preventive care in older men. Read More

Time for a Mental Health Check-up

May is Mental Health Month, an issue particularly important for older adults and their caregivers. Common concerns for older adults’ mental health include depression and anxiety, both of which can exacerbate physical ailments. Here are three key things you and your loved one can do to improve mental health and overall wellbeing. Read More

Celebrating Springtime

Over the last several weeks, much has changed about our daily routines and plans for the immediate future. Amidst all this change and anxiety, though, nature continues on. Signs of spring are a welcome reprieve from the uncertainty we are all experiencing right now with both physical and mental health benefits. Read More