There are many myths around assisted living costs, with the most frequent being that assisted living costs too much money. In fact, there are plenty of different ways to make assisted living more affordable, from Medicaid to insurance payouts to loans from friends and family members to income from social security. However, it’s important to understand…
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, up to 41% of people aged 65 and more are reported to be in good health. With an increasing average life expectancy, planning for the future beyond retirement is considered to be as crucial as planning for the financial future. However, aging adults will undeniably face…
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If you are wondering about whether it would be good for seniors should have an online presence, let us at Discovery Commons South Biscayne explain to you exactly why it is such a great idea! When seniors use social media, there are many benefits to be enjoyed. Here are some things that seniors can do…
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Our eyesight will slowly deteriorate as we age. Glaucoma is one of the most common ailments and can potentially lead to loss of eyesight if you are not careful. It is caused by increasing pressure in your eye and can distort your vision and affects many of our loved ones as they continue to age.…
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Heart disease is a prevalent and pressing health problem for a majority of aging adults. Specifically, most women are still unaware of the dangerous threats of an unhealthy heart. As such, those who don’t actively try to maintain good heart health are at higher risks of suffering from a stroke and even a heart attack.…
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in ten Americans have diabetes and about 90-95% of them have type 2 diabetes. These numbers are likely attributed to lifestyle factors that heighten the risk of developing type 2 diabetes with aging. They include decreased physical activity and consuming more sugars and saturated fats…
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With the cold weather coming, it is increasingly important that you make preparations to ensure the safety of you and your loved ones. The icy conditions can make for a safety hazard as well as the harsh chill that can increase the possibility of health conditions. Winterize Your Home Especially for older adults who have…
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If a loved one of yours has been diagnosed with dementia, you would know just how lonely and tough it can be. It might be tough to find an activity for your loved one to do or to interact with them if they are withdrawing from the people around them. Encouraging activities in line with the Montessori Method is one approach to assisting a loved one with…
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With the loss of memory, thinking ability, and reasoning, dementia is viewed as one of the most fearful medical conditions that anyone could develop. It can interfere with your everyday life and these changes can be hard to take. Many things can cause dementia. For a person, who has had all their mental faculties throughout…
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Even in healthy older individuals, physiological changes can lead to lower calorie requirements, which can lead to decreased food consumption and changed body composition. This can be exacerbated by changes in hormone levels that alter how soon you feel full, as well as a loss of smell and taste. Depression, a loss of freedom, and…
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