As people age, there are fewer new and foreign experiences in life. It may therefore seem scary to move to a senior living community. For most of us who have lived alone or with family for most of our lives, having so much more activity in your neighborhood may seem really overwhelming. For others, it…
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Compared to the past, American men and women are living longer and more robustly than ever before. And this often applies more to women than men. You can expect to hit 75 years of age if you are an average American male, while the average female can live till roughly 80 years old. It’s not…
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Many people will need long-term care at some point in their lives, this is especially so when we grow older. However, it can be very confusing with so many options out there and even more so when many programs and conditions overlap. In particular, as they grow older, many people will experience cognitive decline and…
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As we grow older, you may find that you and your loved ones need a bit more help with your daily tasks. This is where assisted living may add value to your life. An assisted living community is basically an option for long-term housing that also offers around-the-clock care and assistance. Different communities will offer…
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Incontinence means being unable to control your bladder or bowels, which can be embarrassing and even frustrating at times. While this doesn’t happen overnight, it’s a problem that worsens over time, especially as you grow older. The good news is that there are many treatments available to help manage senior incontinence incidents and help seniors…
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There is a common myth that older adults are somehow supposed to slow down as they age. This is not true! In fact, as a retiree, you are now free from work commitments, project deadlines, and many other burdens that plague younger adults. In fact, surveys have shown that retirees are less anxious, happier, and…
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Memory care communities are a specialized form of long-term residential care that is designed to help and meet the needs of people with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other forms of memory loss. They are often housed alongside an assisted living community and share many of the same benefits such as round-the-clock care, on-site medical support, and…
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Are you finally thinking about starting your own garden? Due to the global pandemic, most of us have a little more time to spare every day. Growing plants, whether vegetables or flowers and fruits can help to improve our overall health, reduce anxiety, and enhance our mood. Here are the different benefits of gardening for…
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Hearing loss can have a wide range of consequences. It is possible that your loved one will miss out on conversations with friends and relatives. When your loved one is on the phone, it is possible that they will not be able to hear what the caller is saying. Your loved one can miss the…
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To help keep your immune system strong – which is particularly crucial for older adults – you need to feed your body the right foods. If you’re trying to prevent the flu, colds, and various infections, you may start thinking about taking supplements, getting vaccines, and more. While those are all good ideas, you can…
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