If your aging loved one needs assistance with fulfilling daily tasks, it may be time to consider assisted living. It can be scary, overwhelming, and just plain difficult to move into assisted living. It may include sorting through decades’ worth of personal belongings, bidding a family home farewell, and closing a chapter in your life.…
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Knowing the five emotional stages of retirement may enable you to prepare emotionally for the big day. Here are several tips for each emotional phase of retirement: Imagination Imagine retirement plans to decide the amount to fund your retirement. Where would you stay? What activities would you undertake? Who would you talk to? Anticipation Upon…
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For seniors, the companionship of a pet can be an important tool in engaging and bringing purpose to your life. Spending time with a pet is a great way to reduce isolation and loneliness. It can reduce stress, bring comfort, and promote your overall health. Read on to find out more about pet therapy and…
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You might be wondering, how does Reminiscent Therapy for Dementia work? It is a specialized treatment designed to help individuals with dementia recall positive memories through stimulating sensory experiences, that utilizes all five of their senses – sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste. As part of the therapy, objects of importance, talk therapy and sensorial…
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Nearing retirement, many elderly adults start to worry about the changes that come with aging as they become older. There are times when you may feel as though your body is failing you or that your thoughts are no longer as keen as they once were. You could even feel as though you are losing…
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Retirement is an exciting period in life. Think about all the things we will have to do after retirement! We can get involved in volunteering and contribute to society or pursue hobbies and interests. Retirement is filled with new opportunities and possibilities. Here are some things you can look forward to after retirement. Teach Your…
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Humans are innately social creatures. Unfortunately, seniors are more likelier to feel lonely than the rest of the population. A study by the UCSF Division of Geriatrics showed that 43% of seniors feel lonely on a regular basis. This loneliness can have a profound impact on your health in the long term. Read on to…
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As you and your loved ones grow older, it is important to reflect on yourself and your priorities. Your body and mind have aged, and the world around you might be different from what you used to remember. Valuable things as you grow older may be different from what they used to be. So what…
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Knowing the five emotional stages of retirement may enable you to prepare emotionally for the big day. Here are several tips for each emotional phase of retirement: Imagination Imagine retirement plans to decide the amount to fund your retirement. Where would you stay? What activities would you undertake? Who would you talk to? Anticipation Upon…
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As our parents age into their golden years, there will come a time when we have to discuss their future plans with them. You might start to notice that your parents are requiring some assistance with their daily routine, or with maintaining their health. You may want to have a conversation with them to suggest…
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