Tag: fitness
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Lifestyle Redesign®: Occupational Therapy’s Evidence-Based Pathway to Healthy Aging
Healthy aging isn’t merely about prolonging life—it’s about enhancing vitality, purpose, and well-being through everyday habits and meaningful activities. The evidence-backed occupational therapy intervention known as Lifestyle Redesign® is at the forefront of this movement, empowering older adults to proactively shape their routines for greater health, independence, and satisfaction (Pyatak et al., 2022). What Is Lifestyle Redesign®?…
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“Never Too Late to Reinvent Yourself”
As occupational therapists and home accessibility specialists, September’s Healthy Aging® Month theme—“Never Too Late to Reinvent Yourself”—aligns perfectly with our mission to empower older adults and individuals of all abilities to live with confidence, independence, and purpose. This annual observance is an opportunity to inspire not only the people we serve but also our colleagues…
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Does spring bring an increased risk of falls?
As we transition into early spring, there are several specific concerns related to fall prevention that seniors and their caregivers should be aware of: Weather-Related Hazards Wet and Slippery Surfaces: Spring often brings rain, which can create slippery conditions both indoors and outdoors1. Be extra cautious on wet surfaces, especially on smooth floors, sidewalks, and driveways.…