
News from The Neighbors at Dunn County
Below you will find various news highlights at The Neighbors. You will also find pdf versions of our downloadable newsletters if you would like to read the full versions.

Summer Skin Care For Seniors
Congratulations! You have made it to your senior years. It took brains and common sense. Many older people think that after navigating past decades of life’s pitfalls, they can cast caution to the wind, especially when it comes to sun exposure. They may be thinking, I’ve never had skin cancer, […]

Summer Safety For Seniors
It’s summertime and the living is easy, but along with warmer temperatures and abundant sunshine, summer brings some special health considerations for seniors. Older adults are at risk for heat-related health problems for a variety of reasons, including chronic health conditions like heart disease or COPD, as well as age-related physical changes […]

Adapt 4th Of July Activities For Seniors
Depending on your older adult’s risk level and/or vaccination rates among family and friends, you may choose to focus on the 10 stay-at-home activity ideas and to limit in-person contact. You could connect with people living in separate households via video or phone calls to enjoy the holiday together. Make […]

Summer Fun For Active Seniors
Seniors may have more time for leisure and recreation than working adults, and the summer months provide ample opportunities to get active. After months of chilly temperatures, seniors in various parts of the country may be eager to get outdoors and enjoy some fun in the sun. The U.S. Centers […]

Older Adults Should Meditate
As you get older, you might begin to experience age-related health issues — such as chronic pain and poor sleep — or emotional pain like grief and loneliness. Research points to a proven way to address these health concerns: meditation, which can help ease physical and emotional distress. Mental Health […]