IN THIS ISSUE:
- Monthly Observances
- Brain Awareness Month
- Spotlight on Caregivers
- Nutrient of the Month: Phytochemicals
- Featured Recipe: Easy Chocolate Pudding
- News from MOWWM
FEATURED STORY: Make time to play this summer
Whatever your age, interests, or abilities, you can enjoy pastimes that make you laugh, lose track of time, or feel like a goofy kid at heart! And plenty of activities cost little or no money. Some of the best types of diversions for older adults or elderly people include interactive games, dancing, social gatherings, board games and puzzles, playing with animals, gardening, birdwatching, fishing, arts, and crafts. Scientific studies continue to show that enjoyable activities can have several major benefits.