Savvy Seniors: November is National Family Caregivers Month
- alzheimer's disease
- caregivers
- caregivers support
- elderly
- exercise
- fitness
- Go4Life
- National Family Caregiving Month
- National Institute of Health
- Health
- Sports
November 19, 2013 | madame librarian
November is National Family Caregiving Month and a great time to think about how you can fit exercise into your busy schedule! Being active has many benefits for caregivers including increasing your energy level; maintaining and improving your physical strength and fitness; and managing and preventing chronic diseases and conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and osteoporosis. Check out these resources for caregivers on Go4Life:
Caregivers and Exercise--Take Time for Yourself
Helping Older Family Members Become More Active
Helping People with Alzheimer's Disease Stay Physically Active
(Source: National Institute of Health)