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Heart Health Matters

Heart Health Matters

February is American Heart Month, a perfect time to pause and give some extra attention to the organ that works hardest for you—your heart. As we age, heart health becomes about much more than avoiding disease. It’s about protecting energy, independence, brain health, and the ability to enjoy daily life. Throughout this month, HealthShare will be sharing four practical, easy-to-follow articles, each focused on a simple way to support your heart—through awareness, movement, nutrition, and everyday choices. No extreme changes….

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GET HYGGE

GET HYGGE

This weekend ……..Hygge (pronounced hoo-ga) is the Danish art of creating a warm, inviting atmosphere that celebrates comfort, contentment, and life’s simple pleasures in cold seasons. For seniors, embracing a hygge lifestyle iit is a powerful tool for enhancing mental and physical well-being. The primary benefit for seniors is the reduction of loneliness and social isolation. By prioritizing togetherness—whether through a quiet conversation or a shared meal—hygge nurtures deep emotional connections that foster a sense of belonging. This focus on connection can lower the stress…

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DON’T EVER’S

DON’T EVER’S

Understand the top 5 Important Warning Signs. If something feels “off,” don’t wait. Early action leads to better outcomes. Being your own healthcare advocate means paying attention to changes in your body and acting early. These five symptoms should never be ignored: 1. Slurred Speech Slurred or garbled speech can be a sign of a stroke. In the U.S., someone has a stroke about every 40 seconds.Call 911 immediately.DO NOT Drive yourself or a loved one to the hospital. Emergency…

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 Health Hack for 2026

 Health Hack for 2026

MOVE Every Day with Purpose Daily movement basics Why it matters Record Your Medical Visits Why it matters How to do it PUT Your Pillow in the Dryer Why it matters How to do it Use Your Non-Dominant Hand Why it matters How to start Practice tasks DAILY  (opening doors, using utensils) Prioritize Sleep Quality Key idea What helps Why it matters JUST DO ………Simple, affordable, effective at any age — and especially powerful for longevity and quality of life….

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No Habit Narrowing in 2026!

No Habit Narrowing in 2026!

Our daily habits quietly shape how wide—or how small—our world is.  The good news is that small changes can reopen doors to energy, confidence, and connection. The good news is that small changes can reopen doors to energy, confidence, and connection. Expanding habits doesn’t require big risks—just gentle steps toward variety and engagement. Keeping life wide keeps the brain active, the body moving, and purpose alive. A fuller life begins with one new step, one new choice, one new experience.

Cognitive Gas: Refueling

Cognitive Gas: Refueling

Social events— holidays, family gatherings—can be overwhelming.  Everyone’s brain must work much harder to function. When you add noise, movement, bright lights, and crowds, the brain can’t sort all the incoming information. This leads to sensory overload, also called cognitive fatigue. Imagine your brain is a fuel tank: every sound, light, movement, decision, or conversation can use more fuel than it used to. Social events drain that tank quickly. Often scary for the cognitive impaired. When the brain runs low…

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The Book List

The Book List

If you are looking for some interesting reading, as gifts this season, you may find it in the list below. Here is HealthShare’s book list supporting our website, HealthShare (scclhs.com), hypothesis. It is shaped to your interest in developing your HealthSpan for healthy aging.    Healthy Aging & Longevity Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender: Dr. David R. Hawkins. The book teaches a simple method called the Letting Go Technique, which helps you release: Stress, Fear, Anger. Grief, Past hurts…

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 Refill Before Giving: Caregiver Strength

 Refill Before Giving: Caregiver Strength

Make yourself a priority during this holiday season. Your well-being is not optional — it is a vital part of your care plan. A strong caregiver is rested, supported, and healthy. Taking care of yourself is the most important thing you can do for both of you. • Schedule real breaks: Block time on your calendar for rest, even short 10–15 minute resets. Ask family, friends, or respite services to take over when you need relief — and accept the…

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NOPES LIST

NOPES LIST

One of the most powerful tools for staying steady through the holiday season is a simple one: a list of your “NOPES.” These are the tasks, events, and expectations you are choosing not to take on. Those who struggle with holiday overwhelm often find that their calm doesn’t come from adding more—it comes from deciding what to release. Start by noticing what drains you. Think back to past Decembers: What left you exhausted? What raised your stress? Long shopping trips?…

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Adaptability a Critical Skill!

Adaptability a Critical Skill!

Adaptability—the ability to adjust to life’s changes—is a cornerstone of healthy aging. As we grow older, change is inevitable: retirement, health issues, loss, and new technology all reshape daily life. How we respond makes the difference between staying engaged and slowly becoming isolated—a risk that can seriously affect both physical and brain health. Isolation is a Health RiskSocial isolation is more than loneliness—it’s a health risk. Studies show that chronic isolation increases the risk of depression, heart disease, and often…

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