Studies have shown that 1 out of 8 Americans are over the age of 65 today. As we grow older, it would only be natural that we start to struggle with our daily functions. For many aging adults considering senior care, two options are most likely to be considered: nursing homes or assisted living communities.…
Moving into an assisted living community is a huge transition in anyone’s life. It can be an emotional period for close family members and friends as well. Chances are you might be feeling overwhelmed with all the packing and preparations that you will have to do. It would be easier if you are well-informed about…
If you’re planning for long-term senior care, chances are you might be already researching about assisted living facilities near you. Regardless of whether it’s for you or your loved ones, you will need to carefully consider the financial costs before committing to an assisted living community. Read on to find out more about the costs…
The conversations around aging can be a difficult one, but they are very important to have. As your parents or loved ones are getting older, you might be wondering if they might need a helping hand when you see them struggling with mundane daily tasks. If you’re thinking that it might be time to consider…
It is common for one to experience some forgetfulness as one grows older. However, when memory loss starts becoming more noticeable and often, it could be a sign of memory-related problems such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. It is important that seniors with such problems receive the right care to ensure they stay safe and…
If you are like many retirees, including residents at Discovery Commons retirement communities in Florida, you get your hands dirty in soil pretty often. Gardening provides the perfect excuse to dig in the dirt. Did you know that there is much more to dirt than nourishment for your plants and the smudges left behind on…
The idea of television began to be developed as early as the 1820s, according to historians. Many inventors across the world had a hand in making television a reality. The first electronic television picture was broadcast in 1927 by Philo Farnsworth of Beaver, Utah, who was 21 years old at the time and spent decades…
Senior Citizens no longer need to sacrifice taste for healthy eating. At Discovery Commons at Bradenton, our Sensations Dining meals give you all the adequate nutrition you need to live a healthy, energetic and vibrant life. Our made from scratch meals take into account your dietary restrictions while making each meal delightfully enticing and deliciously…
It can be effortless to notice some of the downsides of today’s technology, such as the Internet. Undeniable benefits, however, are also provided by modern advancements, including advantages that every senior citizen should know about. Many of our residents at our retirement community in Bradenton have tapped into some of the newest technologies and recommend them…
We like to think that everything on the Internet is fact. That is far from the truth! Discovery Commons At Bradenton hosts various computer and Internet classes for seniors wanting or learn more about and enjoy access to the World Wide Web. The Internet is an amazing resource for researching almost anything in your life.…