Are you getting ready to make the move to a senior living community? Possibly you have a loved one making the move, instead. Either way, the question may arise, “What items should be moved from the present home to the new community?” There is a difference between what people can bring with them versus what…
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What is one of the biggest fears, as you watch your parents, grandparents, or some other aging relative live out their golden years? Particularly if they live alone, you likely experience a growing concern about your loved one falling. Numerous strategies work for the prevention of falls as adults age. If, however, your fears are…
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One of great things about the retirement years is having more time for activities of your own choosing. Ask any of our residents at Discovery Commons At Wildewood, and they will probably attest to that as a fact. The possibilities of what to do with your free time are virtually endless, though you may be…
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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…
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Mark Twain said, “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.” But tell that to your joints! According to experts, aging causes changes in the joints, bones, and muscles. You don’t have to be an expert to notice that posture and walking patterns often change in the senior…
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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…
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Senior wellness programs offer a variety of health benefits as well as education and information resources for seniors. Wellness incorporates all aspects of health, including the physical, mental, spiritual and environmental. Wellness programs are those that work to positively influence these areas of a person’s life to improve overall health and well-being. Guiding behaviors such…
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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…
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Senior Citizens no longer need to fear getting older or being alone. At Discovery Commons At Wildewood, our supportive communities and luxury lifestyles give you the support you need to be your most vibrant self, so you can actively and joyfully engage again in the world around you. Come visit us today at our location…
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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…
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