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October is Healthy Lung Month, an observance period designated to help raise awareness for lung health and educate the public about the importance of taking care of their lungs to prevent the negative effects of bronchitis, mold, air pollution, smoking, and even general neglect. Fellowship Square offers some healthy lung tips for seniors. Read More

October 20 has been designated as World Osteoporosis Day, a time to bring awareness to osteoporosis and help people find out if they are at risk. Fellowship Square delves into the topic of osteoporosis, risk factors, and how to manage it. Read More

Fellowship Square offers tips for seniors and their caregivers on how to prioritize mental health and well-being. Read More

In honor of Healthy Aging Month, Fellowship Square offers tips for people of all ages who want to live their lives to the fullest at any age, but especially into their senior years. Read More

August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day. Fellowship Square takes a look at the dangers of prescription and non-prescription overdose and how seniors can prevent the risks. Read More

Fellowship Square delves into why keeping up with these appointments is so important — and other “super ager” tips. Read More

Fellowship Square advises how to safely enjoy the sun this summer — while protecting the skin. Read More

Research even shows that paying it forward and acts of kindness are good for one’s health! Paying it forward can help relieve stress, improve quality of life, contribute to one’s happiness, help develop connection with others and build strong relationships and more. So why not get into the spirit of goodwill towards others starting with a small gesture today? Read More

Fellowship Square offers tips for staying cool and fit this summer — in the pool! Read More

Wednesday, May 25 is National Senior Health and Fitness Day, the country’s largest older adult promotional event focused on health and wellness. Fellowship Square shares the following health and fitness tips in honor of this day. Read More

Fellowship Square offers some tips on how seniors as well as their family members and caregivers can prepare for surgery. Read More

Fellowship Square takes a look at the phenomenon of the “super ager” — and tips on how to become one. Read More

In honor of National Donate Life Month, Fellowship Square shares more information about the decision to donate. Read More

Overall, cognitive health is important at every age and particularly as people age. Fellowship Square dives into what cognitive health is and how seniors can improve theirs as they age. Read More

Fellowship Square encourages seniors to maintain healthy kidneys in honor of National Kidney Month. Read More

Fellowship Square offers the following tips for seniors that want to eat clean and healthy in the name of National Nutrition Month. Read More

Fellowship Square delves into the healthy habits that can maintain a healthy (and happy!) brain. Read More

February isn’t just about Valentine’s Day, it’s American Heart Month! In the spirit of self-love and care, Fellowship Square offers seniors heart-healthy tips. Read More

Glaucoma is something that seniors should be aware of as they age. Fellowship Square takes a deeper look at this condition, its symptoms, and how it can be prevented or delayed. Read More

Fellowship Square offers some advice on how often seniors should see their doctor and some topics to discuss during their routine physical. Read More

Fellowship Square shares some exercise tips for seniors looking to move more in the name of comfort and mobility. Read More

As seniors age, there is a lot to consider regarding what they might pass down to their loved ones, family members, and future generations. Yes, this can include priceless family heirlooms and trust funds, but it should also include health history. Fellowship Square shares why it’s so important for seniors to have record of, and share, their personal health history. Read More

Fellowship Square offers three simple tips to help seniors and their caregivers with medication management. Read More

November is recognized as COPD Awareness Month. In honor of that recognition, Fellowship Square takes a closer look at what chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is and how seniors can protect themselves from this disease. Read More

Fellowship Square suggests some fall fitness tips to help seniors keep active as the hustle-bustle of the holidays approaches. Read More

Mental health is a topic that requires increased attention in today’s world. Unfortunately, seniors are not exempt from mental illness. Fellowship Square takes an in-depth look at how seniors, and their caregivers, can advocate for their mental health, which the National Institute of Mental Health defines as “emotional, psychological, and social well-being.” Read More

Falls Prevention Awareness Week, recognized from September 20 through 24 this year (with Falls Prevention Day occurring on Wednesday, September 22), is a campaign designed to help bring awareness to preventing falls. While many may think that falling is a natural part of aging, the National Council on Aging states falls can be prevented. Fellowship Square delves further into the topic of fall prevention. Read More

September has been designated as World Alzheimer’s Month by Alzheimer’s Disease International, which launches an international campaign every year to help bring awareness to this disease. September 2021 is the 10th anniversary of this global awareness campaign. In honor of this Fellowship Square shares the following information about Alzheimer’s Disease. Read More

September is Healthy Aging Month! In recognition of that designation, Fellowship Square offers seniors the following tips to help them stay healthy and happy as they enjoy their golden years. Read More

August is deemed National Immunization Awareness Month to raise awareness for the importance of vaccination for people of all ages. In recognition of this time of awareness, Fellowship Square delves into the important topic of vaccinations for seniors. Read More

Fellowship Square offers seniors tips for maintaining eye health as they age. Read More

Fellowship Square offers seniors the following sun safety tips. Read More

Now that the weather is really heating up, it’s time to cool down! Despite the rising temperatures, seniors can get a great workout — without “overheating” — by doing some water fitness! The swimming pool is a refreshing place to turn up the dial on physical fitness. Fellowship Square shares some of the benefits of swimming for seniors and tips on getting started with a water workout. Read More

Fellowship Square offers seniors easy seasonal meal time ideas. Read More

Earth Day is recognized around the world for just one “official” day a year, but honoring Mother Earth through conservation practices is something seniors (and everyone!) can do every single day. Fellowship Square encourages seniors to consider how they can become more eco-conscious this Earth Day. Read More

Fellowship Square reveals some important facts about seniors and stress and mechanisms to help them cope with them. Read More

In honor of National Nutrition Month, Fellowship Square offers seniors tips for nutritional eating in the name of health. Read More

Fellowship Square aims to help seniors “wake up” to the importance of the proper amount of sleep and how to promote quality sleep in the name of health with the following tips and advice. Read More

March is designated as National Kidney Month, a time to understand the risks of and ways to prevent kidney disease as well as raise awareness about it. In honor of this vital organ, Fellowship Square shares some tips for kidney health and kidney disease prevention. Read More

February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Month, a time dedicated to bringing awareness to the important health topic of eyesight health and educating people about how they can prevent age-related vision loss and low vision. Fellowship Square takes a peek into this topic and sheds some light on how seniors can care for their vision as they age. Read More

This February, Fellowship Square encourages seniors to get heart-healthy! It’s never too late to care for one’s heart, body and mind. So, in honor of American Heart Health Month and preserving seniors’ quality of life, we have several tips for a healthy heart. Read on to learn more. Read More

It’s been a long and lonely road for many seniors since the onset of COVID-19 last year, and there have been many developments and theories about the best ways to combat the virus and protect one’s self from contracting it. Luckily now in Arizona the vaccine is available to all seniors 65 and older, and the process for administering the shots seems to be smoothing out. One of the theories that has been questioned is whether a humidifier can help prevent seniors from contracting COVID-19. Fellowship Square explores the current research as it related to if and how these machines can be of benefit. Read More

Though it's already mid-January, some people are still making resolutions or deciding if they even want to! And why not? There is no science that supports a resolutions has to be made and begun on January 1 to see specific results. Any day is a good day to make a change if someone really wants to make a change! But regardless of the day they are begun, resolutions can be a great way to get and stay motivated toward making a change. With that in mind, Fellowship Square delves into why resolutions are important… and when they can become overwhelming. Read More

There is no doubt it has been a difficult year with the health concerns surrounding COVID-19 at the forefront of many seniors’ minds. And, unfortunately, as the year finally comes to a close, comes another “downer” — Seasonal Affective Disorder. Fellowship Square discusses this disorder, why this year may impact seniors worse than in previous years, and tips to help combat it. Read More

Fellowship Square shares some important information for seniors in regards to diabetes. Read More

Yoga has its roots in ancient traditions, but its popularity endures today, especially as a low-impact exercise suitable for older adults. Read More

Fellowship Square shares more from the WHF about CVD and some heart healthy tips too. Read More

Fellowship Square shares tips for seniors to protect themselves against injury due to falling. Read More

For couples that are hoping to reconnect and rekindle their love through retirement, moving, illness or other situations, Fellowship Square offers the following tips. Read More

In honor of Healthy Aging Month, the Fellowship Square staff offers their own tips for healthy living at any age! Read More

Fellowship Square offers the following vaccination tips in honor of NIAM. Read More