Summer can be a rough season for your electric bill. Depending on how much it’s used and how efficient your unit is, central air can cost hundreds of dollars every month. With an outrageous energy bill out of the question, how do you avoid the heat without cranking down the AC? Find tips below. Switch … Continued

By Lauren Kolacki Everyone needs a healthy home. But there are special reasons to think about children. Children’s bodies are still growing. Their young brains, livers, and other organs are more likely to be harmed by chemicals and other dangers than those of adults. If children get sick, it may be harder for them to … Continued

Registering with the Office / Senior Center is free and available to Monroe Township residents, 55 years of age and older. The monthly newsletter, Senior Focus, is distributed around the 15th of the previous month and members are required to pre-register for ALL monthly activities. Please be sure to call the Office at least 24 … Continued

By Mia Inqui If you are a man aged 45–79, talk with your provider about whether to take aspirin to reduce the chances of a heart attack. Does aspirin also help women prevent heart attacks? Aspirin is NOT useful for preventing heart attacks in women, but it IS USEFUL for preventing strokes. Please see the … Continued

Seniors who walk more slowly may have higher amounts of a protein linked to Alzheimer’s in their brains, a small, new study suggests. Researchers found a modest associ- ation between higher levels of amyloid plaques — dense deposits of a protein known as beta amyloid — and slower walking speeds among older adults. “These results … Continued

By Sheli Monacchio According to The Institute on Aging, in the year 1900 only 100,000 Americans reached the age of 85. By 2050, the 85+ year-old age group will reach 19 million, which is 5 percent of the total population. These numbers are scary when you look at the amount of qualified individuals there are … Continued

As a leading nonprofit dedicated to improving the nation’s health, the Freehold YMCA offers the following tips to encourage older adults in Monmouth County to live healthier lives. Have fun with your food. Eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring! Have fun with your fruits and vegetables by trying them fresh or frozen. Find a … Continued

As parents, we want our child to grow and develop into a happy, confident individual. Every child is different, and even children within the same family may have varying needs and issues. But, needs such as self-esteem are universally important for all children. Self-esteem is the way you feel about yourself. When children feel confident … Continued

A child within reach of a seat belt may become entangled if he or she pulls the seat belt all the way out and wraps the belt around his or her head, neck, or waist. The majority of seat belts have a locking mechanism that is activated when the seat belt is pulled all the … Continued

Kickstart mornings with this low carb, Keto breakfast recipe to help you burn fat throughout the day. Ingredients 1 pound low-fat, small-curd cottage cheese (about 1 3/4 cups) 1 Kirby cucumber, shredded, excess moisture squeezed out 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar 1 clove garlic, finely grated 1/2 teaspoon dried mint, … Continued