Your mom is generally healthy but has started showing signs of frailty—losing weight, feeling weak, and sometimes struggling with balance. It’s concerning, but the good news is that frailty isn’t inevitable. In fact, new research suggests that exercise and lifestyle changes can help seniors regain strength, reduce fall risk, and maintain independence.

So, what steps can you take to support your aging loved one? Let’s explore how exercise can play a key role in reversing frailty in seniors.

The Role of Exercise in Combating Frailty

Recent research published in Age and Aging, highlights that frailty in seniors can be reduced—and even reversed—with a combination of strength training and proper nutrition. The study followed individuals aged 65 and older and found that those who engaged in regular physical activity saw improvements in mobility, muscle mass, and overall resilience. Continue reading Can Exercise Reverse Frailty in Seniors? Science-Backed Ways to Build Strength

When is the last time you enjoyed a meal with your aging loved ones?

Understanding the Impact of Mealtime Companionship on Seniors

Research shows that seniors who regularly dine with friends and family tend to eat more and make healthier choices. More importantly, most older adults say they feel happier and more fulfilled when eating with others.

“Sharing a meal is about so much more than eating food,” said Austin Blilie, Chief Operating Officer at Trail Ridge Home Care’s parent organization, ABHM. “If your senior has companionship during mealtimes, they’re more likely to be happy and healthy. It’s also an important way to keep loneliness at bay and help them maintain their independence.” Continue reading Enhancing Mealtime for Seniors: Tips for Companionship and Nutrition