Looking for new interesting things to do can be challenging for many caregivers. You need to look for activities that keep your loved one challenged but at the same time, they might not be able to do certain things which they used to enjoy. There are exciting activities that can help individuals with Parkinson’s disease…
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Making friends can be challenging especially when we grow older and we are not as active or no longer working. The importance of friendship for older adults cannot be understated as connections to others is key for our overall well-being. Thankfully, there are many ways for you to make friends in retirement. The best way…
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We live in a culture where everyone loves pets. Whether you like the furry kind of pet or those with fins and gills, it doesn’t take long for any pet owner to tell you what their beloved pet means to them. It turns out that having pets can have benefits too, especially for older people.…
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More and more older adults are now found online and nearly half of the adults over the age of 65 have a Facebook account. There are many reasons why older people want to have social media accounts. It can actually benefit their physical and mental health. Read on to learn about the benefits of social…
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We live in a culture where many people enjoy keeping dogs. Dogs mean a lot to their owners and those who keep dogs will understand why. Having dogs can have many benefits especially for older people. These benefits include physical and mental health benefits. Dogs can provide you with satisfaction and improve your life in…
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One of the most important parts of a living experience is the companions you have. Neighbors can be very important and greatly influential on the whole senior living community experience. You need to know how to be a good neighbor in order to have a pleasant experience with your next-door buddies. Read on to learn…
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As we start a new year, you can think about and look forward to many fun activities. Even though it seems that there are limited options for homebound older adults, there is still plenty of things for them to do. We have to find new ways to enjoy our lives even at home. These can…
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When the time comes to prepare for a move to a senior living community, the most significant change is downsizing. After choosing a community and an apartment, you have to prepare to downsize and decide what you want to bring along with you. Read on to learn more about downsizing tips for older adults! Prepare…
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As your loved ones age, the likelihood of developing a stroke increases as part of a natural process of aging. While they can strike with little to no warning, a significant 80% of all strokes are considered to be preventable. Here are some easy steps for your aging loved one to reduce the risk of…
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Every year, approximately 10 million people globally develop dementia or memory-related problems. As there is no cure available, researchers have studied for decades to understand why it happens and what goes on in the body as the condition worsens. Here are some things older adults can do to prevent Alzheimer’s disease. Monitor Blood Pressure Healthcare…
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