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Serving seniors for a decade Vendors now cater to boomers, younger seniors
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Stoughton’s one-stop shop for everything senior-related is turning 10 this fall. The annual Senior Expo, set for 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Oct. 10 at the Stoughton Wellness and Athletic Center, features dozens of vendors offering a variety of presentations and services, including health care, estate planning and wellness. Insurance agencies will be on hand to discuss recent changes made to Medicare and Medicaid programs, and attendees wearing pink to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness month can enter a drawing for a free massage from the Stoughton Hospital. With a record number of local and national vendors, attendees at this year’s Senior Expo will be “entertained and inspired,” said Unified Newspaper Group advertising and marketing manager Kathy Neumeister. “As popular as this event is for our attendees, it’s just as popular for the businesses, many of whom have participated every year since 2008,” she said. As the needs of seniors have shifted in recent years, so has the expo, which is
If you go What: 2018 Senior Expo When: 9 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, Oct. 10 Where: Stoughton Wellness and Athletic Center, 2300 Hwy. 51-138 Info: 845-9559
catering more to a younger generation of seniors, including the “Baby Boomer” generation that’s starting to reach retirement age. With additional vendors joining this year, that includes shortening this year’s event to three hours and removing the lunch and entertainment in favor of more time with vendors, something requested by “boomers” in recent years. Those newer vendors include real estate firms, banks and moving companies, as younger seniors look to start downsizing from the larger homes they raised their families in to smaller condominiums with just the right amount of space. The Senior Expo is open to all ages and offers both free admission and free parking. For information, call 845Photo by Scott De Laruelle The Stoughton Wellness and Athletic Center will host the 10th annual Senior Expo on Wednesday, Oct. 10. 9559.
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Different generations can learn and benefit from one another In the not-so-distant past, extended families frequently lived in close proximity to one another. Such families shared meals and experiences and essentially
grew up together. Nowadays, families separate for various reasons, such as job opportunities and cost of living concerns. While there are
advantages to spreading out, there are also some disadvantages, namely that grandparents and grandchildren may not see one another frequently enough. Even
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though people of different aging relatives. age groups may not entirely have the same interests, Finding renewed vigor the interactions between Senior living and active generations can benefit lifestyle communities proboth young people and their vide invaluable care and amenities for seniors. While being around like-minded individuals can be handy, it’s also limiting. Seniors who continue to age in place in mixed-age communities can extract joy from watching youthful children and young adults growing up, playing and socializing. Being around multiple generations also can spark interesting conversation, and all parties involved can learn something from one another.
When younger generations speak to older adults, they may become stronger at verbal discourse and have greater perspective of different points of conversation.
Learning new technology Younger generations can impart knowledge of technological devices to older adults. People with skills are usually happy to share their knowledge. Even if seniors aren’t ready to purchase tablets or smartphones, they may be excited to have their grandchildren teach them about the latest gadgets.
Providing sense of purpose Younger generations may
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All the technological savviness in the world cannot compensate for the power of strong interpersonal skills. Being able to address a group of people or speak one-on-one is essential in the workplace and in life.
Both seniors and younger generations can realize a greater sense of purpose when interacting with one another. That person may be the reason the other one greets the day with a smile. Visits from grandchildren can reduce the likelihood of isolation and depression in older adults. And younger generations can discover the benefits of personal social interaction rather than communicating exclusively through social media apps. Fostering intergenerational connections is a great way to broaden social circles, improve communication and learn new things. – Metro News Service
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Some benefits of growing older more persons aged 65 years and older in Canada than children aged 0 to 14 years for the first time in the country’s history. Nearly one in six Canadians (16.1 percent) was at least 65 years old. With so many people living longer, it’s time to celebrate the perks of getting older rather than the drawbacks. Here are some great benefits to growing old. • Higher self-esteem: The insecurities of youth give way as one ages, and older people have less negativity and higher self-esteem. A University of Basel study of people ranging in ages from 18 to
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How to save more for retirement after age 50 Whether it’s advice from their parents, a response to television ads urging viewers to save for retirement or their own financial savvy, many of
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Some may suspect they’ll grow bored in retirement, while others may keep working out of financial need. Others may simply love their jobs and want to keep going until their passion runs out. Regardless of the reason, working past the age of 65 allows people to keep earning and saving for retirement, while also delaying the first withdrawal from their retirement savings accounts. • Reconsider your current and future living situation. Housing costs are many people’s most considerable expense, and that won’t necessarily change in retirement. Even people who have paid off their mortgages may benefit by moving to a region with lower taxes or staying in the same area but downsizing to a smaller home where their taxes and utility bills will be lower. Adults who decide to move to more affordable areas or into smaller, less expensive homes can then redirect the money they are saving into interest-bearing retirement or savings accounts. Many people begin saving for retirement the moment they cash their first professional paycheck. But even adults over the age of 50 sometimes feel a need to save more as their retirement dates draw closer, and there are many ways to do just that. – Metro News Service
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Learn to downsize before a move to make it easier be a tedious task, but it is necessary to avoid clutter in a new home. People downsizing can attempt to sell items they do not need via newspaper classified sections or online classified sites. Appliances and furniture in excellent shape may fetch good prices. Any extra cash can be put toward buying new items that are size-appropriate for the smaller home. Another way to clear out clutter is to sort duplicates from the stock of items. A person may no longer need multiple sets of dishes or silverware. If the move involves switching from a king-sized to a queen-sized bed, donate or trash bed linens that will no longer fit. Pay close attention to kitchen and bathroom items, which tend to accumulate over time but might not be discarded when clearing a home of clutter. People moving from a detached home to a condominium or a townhouse may learn that homeowner’s association fees cover everything from snow removal to lawn maintenance to pool upkeep. If so, it’s unnecessary to bring lawn and garden supplies. Homeowners are advised to look at the floor plan of their new dwellings and pay attention to storage space. This can make it easier to plan ahead for what may fit, what will need to be purchased new and which
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Aging men and women often take inventory of their lives in an effort to focus on activities or lifestyle changes that can ensure happy retirements. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows there are some 76 million baby boomers – those people born between 1946 to 1964 – across the country. With the youngest of the boomers in their mid-50s and the majority having already reached retirement age, many boomers are trying to decide whether it’s time to move out of their family homes and into smaller, more manageable abodes. Many older adults find they do not need the same amount of space as they did when they had children living at home. Retirees and those on the cusp of retirement may find that downsizing is a smart financial move that frees up more time for recreation. However, it can be challenging to cut down on living space and then deal with figuring out how to make furniture, belongings and stored items fit in more condensed areas. Moving can be stressful even without having to cut down on prized items. Taking an inventory of belongings can help the process go smoothly. Before moving, men and women can go room by room, making piles of items that will be kept, donated, sold, or discarded. This can
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Sleep loss can affect memory in seniors Poor sleep can leave people feeling groggy, disoriented, depressed, and not up for facing the day. And now there’s new evidence that insomnia can contribute to memory loss and forgetfulness among the elderly. A study – the first of its kind – unveiled a new link between lack of sleep and memory loss. Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley found that during sleep important brain waves are produced that play key roles in storing memories. These waves transfer the memories from the hippocampus to the prefrontal
cortex, a portion of the brain where long-term information is stored. Sleep loss can cause the memories to remain in the hippocampus and not reach the long-term storage area, found researchers. This can contribute to forgetfulness and difficulty remembering simple details, such as names. Seniors are frequently plagued with deteriorated sleeping patterns that lead to shallow sleep and more awakenings, says those at the University of California. This can contribute to the prevention of memories being saved by
the brain each evening. This is not the first time sleep and brain health have been measured. A 2008 University of California, Los Angeles study discovered that people with sleep apnea showed tissue loss in brain regions that help store memories. WebMD says imaging and behavioral studies show the role sleep plays in learning and memory and that lack of sleep can impair a person’s ability to focus and learn efficiently. Combine this with the necessity of sleep to make those brain wave connections for memories to be stored,
and the importance of deep sleep is apparent. Another study, published in the journal Brain, conducted by doctors at Washington University in St. Louis, linked poor sleep with early onset of dementia, especially Alzheimer’s disease. Although poor sleep does not cause Alzheimer’s, it may increase brain amyloid proteins believed to be intrinsic to the disease. When slow-wave deep sleep is disrupted, levels of amyloid can grow and clog the brain. This is corroborated by data published in the journal
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How to stay flexible as you age Men and women may begin to feel less flexible as they get older. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, that loss of flexibility is because muscles lose both strength and elasticity as the body ages. A lack of flexibility can make men and women more vulnerable to certain types of injuries, including muscle strains and tears. While people might not be able to maintain the flexibility they enjoyed in their twenties, there are ways for them to combat age-related loss of flexibility. • Stretch frequently. Stretching is a great way to combat age-related loss of flexibility.
Stretch major muscle groups, such as hamstrings and shoulder muscles, several times per week. When practicing static stretching, the goal is to gradually elongate the muscle being stretched before holding the elongated position, and ultimately allowing the muscle to return to resting position. As flexibility improves, elongated stretches can be held for 30 seconds. Avoid stretching muscles that are sore or injured, and discontinue a stretch if you feel pain or discomfort. • Include yoga in your exercise regimen. Practitioners of yoga typically love how this unique discipline that exercises the body while relaxing the mind improves their
flexibility. Many yoga poses are designed to improve the strength and flexibility of muscles, and some physicians may even recommend yoga to aging patients. Yoga DVDs or streaming sessions can be great, but beginners may want to visit yoga studios or sign up for classes at their gyms so instructors can personally ensure they are doing each pose correctly. As their flexibility improves, men and women can try more difficult poses and classes if they so desire. • Get in the pool. Swimming is another activity that can help aging men and women improve their flexibility. Strength-training exercises are an important component of a
well-balanced exercise regimen, but such workouts tend to focus on one or two muscle groups at a time. That means other muscle groups may be inactive and tighten up as a result. Swimming works the entire body, which helps all muscle groups stay loose and flexible. One or two swimming sessions per week can contribute to great gains in overall flexibility, especially for men and women who remember to stretch when they get out of the pool. Flexibility may decrease as men and women age, but there are various ways to combat the natural loss of flexibility. – Metro News Service
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Brain-healthy habits to embrace Cognitive decline is a condition that is often associated with aging, but even middle-aged people can experience memory loss or cognition issues. The Alzheimer’s Association says more than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. By 2050, that number could rise to as high as 16 million people. More than 747,000 Canadians are living with Alzheimer's or another dementia, says the
Canadian Alzheimer’s Association. Although there is no definitive way to prevent dementia, living a long, vibrant life may be possible by encouraging some healthy habits for the brain. It is never too late or too early to begin health and lifestyle changes.
Exercise Becoming more active can improve brain volume, reduce risk for dementia and improve thinking and
memory skills. The journal Neurology found that older people who vigorously exercise performed better on cognitive tests than others of the same age, placing them at the equivalent of 10 years younger. Increased blood flow that occurs with physical activity may help generate new neurons in the hippocampus, an area of the brain involved with learning and memory. The Harvard Medical
School says aerobic exercise may help improve brain tissue by improving blood flow and reducing the chances of injury to the brain from cholesterol buildup in blood vessels.
Quit smoking The Alzheimer’s Association indicates that evidence shows smoking increases the risk of cognitive decline. Smoking can impair blood flow to the brain and cause small strokes that may damage blood vessels. Photo courtesy Metro News Service
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Eating healthy foods and consuming caffeine can boost your Foods that are good for the brain health. heart and blood vessels also are good for the brain. Massachusetts General HosThese include fresh fruits consumed less caffeine. C a f f e i n e m a y h e l p pital. and vegetables, whole grains, Working the brain through fish-based proteins, unsat- improve attention span, cogurated fats, and foods con- nitive function and feelings puzzles, reading and partictaining omega-3 fatty acids. of well-being. Information ipating in social situations Neurologists state that, while from Psychology Today also can stimulate the release of research on diet and cog- indicates caffeine may help brain-derived neurotrophic nitive function is limited, in the storage of dopamine, factor (BDNF), a molecule diets, such as Mediterranean which can reduce feelings of essential for repairing brain cells and creating connecand Mediterranean-DASH depression and anxiety. In addition, compounds in tions between them. (Dietary Approaches to Stop A good way to combine Hypertension), may contrib- cocoa and coffee beans may ute to a lower risk of cogni- improve vascular health and these lifestyle factors is to help repair cellular damage take an exercise class with tive issues. due to high antioxidant lev- friends, mixing the social, Consume caffeine els. stimulation and exercise recommendations together. Caffeine may help boost Work the brain Cognitive decline can memory performance and Engaging in mentally come with aging, but through brain health. A Journal of Nutrition study found peo- stimulating activities can healthy habits, people can ple ages 70 and older who create new brain connections reduce their risk of memory consumed more caffeine and more backup circuits, loss and dementia. scored better on tests of men- states Dr. Joel Salinas, a neu– Metro News Service tal function than those who rologist at Harvard-affiliated
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Seniors becoming more tech-savvy Technology is the future, and digital communication has opened many doors for people around the world. Although younger generations have grown up with technology at their fingers, Baby Boomers and older adults did not. But in spite of that, studies show growing numbers of seniors are open to the idea of technology and even seeking ways to further their use and knowledge. According to a 2014 study by Pew Research C e n t e r, 5 9 p e r c e n t o f seniors regularly use the internet – a 6 percent increase from the previous study conducted in 2012. Today, 67 percent of adults age 65 and older say they go online. Pew also says that, although seniors consistently have lower rates of technology adoption than the general public, four in 10 seniors now own smartphones, which is more than double the amount that did in 2013. Seniors
in Australia are especially tech savvy, as Deloitte’s mobile consumer survey found 78 percent of Australian seniors aged 65 to 75 own a smartphone, up from 69 percent in 2016. While stereotypes have long painted seniors as technologically inept, seniors are actually more socially and digitally engaged than ever before. Seniors use technology in many different ways. Some use mobile apps to manage medications and doctor’s appointments and monitor their fitness regimens. Some families employ 24/7 alert systems or Smart home technology to keep seniors comfortable and safe at home for as long as possible. Noninvasive, “smart” technology can analyze factors such as whether or not doors are left open, if there has been movement in a home, or whether appliances/lights are on or off. This represents a great way for families to stay informed and
provide assistance even if they are not nearby. SilverSurfers, a seniorbased information website, says other tech that seniors are embracing includes online dating; audio and digital books; online shopping, which is especially valuable to seniors who
have mobility issues; and social media, which can keep seniors connected to others and feeling less lonely. A study conducted by researchers from the University of California, San Francisco found 18 percent of American seniors live
alone, and 43 percent report feeling lonely on a regular basis. Loneliness can increase death risk. Social media and internet connectivity can be an important tool in helping seniors feel like active members of society. Technology is no longer
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