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Social distancing has become a new normal for the foreseeable future, especially for seniors. Pre-COVID-19, 43 percent of seniors said they feel lonely on a regular basis. In light of current events, that number can only skyrocket, leading to widespread health issues for older adults like depression and heart disease....

What lights you up? From music to art to golf and yes...even work, there are a multitude of ways activities enrich our lives. But as we experience new life chapters—from retirement to social distancing—those enriching activities many times need to be reimaged and even rediscovered. ...

At a time when we’re all spending more days at home, it’s easy to neglect physical fitness. But for seniors, it couldn’t be more important. Making time for fitness at home can improve your mood, your overall health, help manage chronic conditions, and get those muscles ready for fun activities to come—like traveling and visiting with family....

The spread of COVID-19 has us all on high alert, especially older adults who have been identified as high-risk for the illness. We know that proactive measures like handwashing and social distancing are our best defense against COVID-19. Wearing protective masks can also help slow the spread. ...