As statistics indicate more and more seniors are living well into their mid-80s and beyond, it is all the more reason to continue to play, learn, contribute, create and relax. For many older adults, retirement is the start of new adventures and a new lifestyle.
Rather than spending your last years lonely and socially isolated, today’s generation of seniors enjoy opportunities not available to their parents. Many are healthier and more active than earlier generations; and experts weigh-in on all of the choices seniors have to make retirement years transformative. One of those suggestions is to volunteer. If you haven’t done so before, consider the causes you are passionate about and ask yourself what you can do to help. Do you want to make a difference in the environment, get involved in local politics or your church, or help people in your community in need? These are just a few suggestions of the many programs and opportunities to feel useful. Other ways you can grow is to take a class in something you have always longed to do or to do better. If you are interested in sharpening your brain, there is much research indicating learning new things is good for us. Some examples include learning to play an instrument or speaking a foreign language. If you want to learn to cook, draw or write, take a class. Many of these things can be done online or through podcasts and audible books. Museums and other organizations host virtual events featuring lecturers and renowned authors, orchestra performances and exciting travel programs. Live events may have follow-up sessions to ask questions. Social clubs, recreational activities and sports clubs are other ways to stay connected to people. Retirement is a great time to try a new hobby, train for a marathon, or get a part-time job doing something you have always wanted to do. At the MorningStar of Pasadena senior living community we specialize in offering residents opportunities for new friendships, predictable budgeting, wellness programs, and the chance to relax in beautiful surroundings. Our fashionable independent living and assisted living apartments frees you up from endless home maintenance and repairs to do the things you want to do. Contact us to learn more about availability and pricing for the area’s best independent living and assisted living in Pasadena, CA.
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While it is important to wear sunscreen every time we go outside in daylight regardless of the time of year, with summer coming, many of us are outdoors for longer periods and need to remember the sun’s rays are stronger. If it has been awhile since you bought your sunscreen, dermatologists say to take a look at the container and check the expiration date.
They caution seniors it is a mistake to think a little sun exposure is okay, they need the vitamin D, or they have a dark enough skin tone. The fact is 9,500 people a day in the U.S. are diagnosed with skin cancer and one in five people by age 70 will have had skin cancer. While there are many good sunscreens on the market, dermatologists say you may want to consider a mineral sunscreen formula. The container should let you know whether it is a mineral or chemical formulation. Mineral sunscreens contain titanium dioxide and zinc oxide while chemical sunscreens are formulated with ingredients like avobenzone, oxybenzone, octinoxate and octisalate. Currently the FDA is reviewing chemical sunscreens to determine to what extent the chemicals are absorbed into the body. The next step to make sure you use it so buy one you like. There are as many different ways to apply the products as there are brands and each one has its own scent and feel to it. Some go on quite dry and quickly absorb into the skin while others are very creamy or oily feeling. If you decide on a spray version, never spray it directly on your face or your child’s but rather spray it on your hands and use them to apply to the face. Water-resistant formulas are good for swimming or sports where you sweat a lot. Dermatologists caution most of us never apply enough. The amount of sunscreen needed to ensure protection is way more than you think. It is recommended “adults should count on using a shot-glass-size glob for the body (more if you're generously proportioned or tall) and a teaspoon amount for the face.” The face includes ears, neck and upper chest area. MorningStar of Pasadena senior living community offers residents comfort, security, built-in companionship, and predictable budgeting. We have 149 suites for independent living and assisted living in a selection of floor plans and a range of amenities and services to meet your every need. Please visit our website to learn more about unmatched senior living in Pasadena, CA. Source: aarp.org/entertainment/style-trends/info-2020/sunscreen-sun-safety-tips.html |
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