Behavioral and psychological symptoms – such as agitation and aggression – are hallmarks of dementia that occur across disease stages and types, and can negatively impact both the person living with ...

Physical activity levels are low among older adults. Many Medicare members have access to low-cost programs including Silver Sneakers (SS) and EnhanceFitness (EF) at no additional cost, however, ...

Incorporating laughter into a physical activity program that is focused on strength, balance and flexibility could improve older adults’ mental health, aerobic endurance and confidence in their ...

Authors compared users and non-users of older adult physical activity programs (EnhanceFitness and Silver Sneakers) within a healthcare system on health conditions, utilization, and costs. Physical ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A program that combined physical activity with psychological therapy appeared to improve mental and physical ...

Share on Pinterest Researchers say exercise programs at schools can help with childhood obesity. Rob and Julia Campbell/Stocksy Researchers say a school-based physical activity program in Slovenia has ...

Engaging in regular physical activity for 12 consecutive weeks (minimum of three moderate-intensity activity sessions per week, each lasting at least 30 minutes) is necessary to be eligible for this ...

Kathleen Bain is a resident of Cottages of Green Valley and also a big fan of the bingo games that are played daily at the assisted-living and memory-care community located at 2620 Robindale Road in ...