The Lifeline Blog

It’s no secret that laughter is the best medicine. It is a great way to lighten the mood and make people laugh, and it has many positive health benefits. Let’s explore why laughter is so important in good health, from reducing stress to boosting your immune system. The Stress-Relieving Benefits of Laughter Laughter is one Read more >>

New year, new opportunity to make some plans and set some intentions. We gathered a dozen New Year’s resolutions for seniors that you can adopt for yourself or use as inspiration. Resolution 1: Review legal documents. Getting your legal documents organized is a new spin on the traditional “get organized” New Year’s resolution. “This is Read more >>

Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death for Americans 65 and older, according to data from the CDC.1 Luckily, there are many ways to lower the likelihood of taking a tumble and increase your ability to recover. Two of the most effective are: Exercises. One of the main risk factors is poor strength and balance.2 There Read more >>

The human heart can be compared to a motor or engine, as it pumps and distributes blood throughout the body. Every single organ in your body relies on a healthy heart to perform optimally. If you don’t care for your heart, you may be more susceptible to heart and circulation disorders such as coronary heart Read more >>

Keeping everyone entertained at your home during the holidays can be a chore. The kids are usually easily entertained, but what about your parents or grandparents? Your holiday celebration will go a lot easier if you already have a few plans in mind before everyone arrives. You already have enough to do, so worrying about Read more >>

Pneumonia is a respiratory infection that causes the inflammation of the tiny air sacs in the lungs, known as the alveoli. The inflamed alveoli outpour fluid to the infected parts of the lung, causing decreased blood flow to the affected portion. While pneumonia affects all people, the elderly, children, and persons with choric conditions tend Read more >>

It can be difficult to eat properly for almost anyone. For seniors with diabetes, it can be a real challenge. Often, they don’t feel like eating or don’t like what is being offered. It can be difficult to monitor what seniors are eating, so their diet starts with what they have access to. The main Read more >>

Unfortunately, getting older can sometimes mean dealing with ailments and diseases. Diabetes is one that affects millions of seniors. If left unchecked, it can lead to other problems. Heart disease, stroke, and blindness are just a few of the complications that can arise from diabetes. If you care for a senior with diabetes, there are Read more >>

An endless supply of wet kisses, a wagging tail to greet you at the door, a soft fur friend to snuggle with on the couch—these are just a few of the many benefits of owning a pet. But being a fur parent is more than just companionship and love. It also comes with some health Read more >>

It’s important to support successful home care after a hospital discharge. Go over this handy after-discharge checklist with a doctor or case manager before it’s time to go home from a procedure or hospital admission. Top 10 Steps to Follow After Hospital Discharge 1. Ask questions. There are a few key pieces of information you Read more >>