Who says retirement has to be boring when you can enjoy and participate in several fun activities that can help to stimulate your mind and body? You’ll get a chance to explore several nice places and activities when you retire in Solomons, MD. Solomons Island is known to be one of America’s happiest seaside towns,…
Due to a variety of reasons such as poor health or a loss of physical mobility, older adults may be more prone to loneliness and social isolation. As such, it is important to engage them in conversations to connect with them and make them feel valued and less lonely. As our loved ones age, we…
Aging happens to everyone and research suggests that most Americans turning age 65 will need long-term care at some point in their lives. Early planning for retirement reduces future uncertainties and conflicts, allowing us to age well and live life on our own terms. Whether you are considering senior care for yourself or your loved…
Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent types of mental illness and it affects about 10 to 20 percent of the American population over the age of 65. Anxiety can have detrimental effects on one’s quality of life. As older adults are more likely to complain about physical discomfort rather than mental or emotional anguish, it’s…
Mental illnesses are health conditions that impair a person’s emotions, thoughts, or behavior, resulting in distress and an inability to cope with daily functioning. The World Health Organization reported in 2017 that approximately 15% of adults over age 60 suffer from a mental disorder. Common mental disorders in this age group include depression, dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and…
Looking for an elderly living community might be scary. You may feel overwhelmed about selecting the best for yourself or a loved one as you go through a stack of gleaming community brochures (which can all seem the same). There are, thankfully, easier ways to choose a senior apartment home than sifting through marketing brochures.…
Many individuals consider losing their eyesight to be one of the most devastating losses they may suffer. While most of us will not go blind, millions of people now suffer from some type of vision impairment. While vision loss is typical as people become older, it can be especially difficult for the elderly to accept…
55+ communities are more than simply a home for your loved ones to live in. They are a location where all residents may enjoy their golden years to the utmost! Their unique elderly living programs ensure that you have all you need to age gracefully and happily. You can be sure to have a good…
The 55+ retirement communities of today are not the same as the ones of the past. Many older persons come to these communities after the death of their spouses, when they have recently retired, when their family home appears to be too large to handle, or simply because they are looking forward to a new…
Older adults are particularly susceptible when it comes to health and safety issues. As we become older, our safety requirements and concerns change, necessitating changes on the part of elders. Elders must be proactive about their health, safety, and social lives in order to succeed in retirement. In the wake of the worldwide epidemic, there…