Strength at any age: The crucial role of strength training for adults
Strength training boasts an impressive list of health benefits, especially as you age, but most U.S. adults, and even fewer older adults, don’t meet...
Do you know what gets you up in the morning (besides the kids, the dog, the alarm clock)? Your purpose! According to a recent webinar that I attended...
Family and Consumer Sciences Conference engages seniors
ULLIN, Ill. – Social isolation and loneliness can have a profound impact on well-being, particularly among older adults. The Family and Consumer Sciences Conference provided a welcoming space for seniors to connect, learn, and foster new friendships.Most, if not all, in attendance were...
Don't Go It Alone: why improving your social connections matters
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – According to recent studies, more than 20% of adults in the United States experience social isolation or loneliness. These feelings can significantly impact a person's well-being, especially older adults....
