Technology in this country, though we may not yet be living the life of The Jetsons, has come a long way. It has benefited every generation. Today’s retirees may be enjoying some of the greatest technological benefits of all time. With no end in sight, the use of technology by aging adults is improving lives.…
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According to Forbes, for adults 50 years of age to 80, approximately 55% have at least one pet in the household. These pet lovers say it gives them a sense of purpose and helps to reduce stress. Everyone needs someone to love – that includes both pets and retirees. Are you considering a move to…
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As a young person, you may view retired adults as always being relaxed, happy, and without a care in the world. If you are a retired individual, however, you know it’s entirely possible to feel stressed out due to all types of triggers faced throughout your day. Are you worried about your parents, grandparents, or…
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If Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, or some other aging relative is becoming unsteady on their feet, suffering from dementia, etc., you may worry about falls – and well you should! They are a very definite possibility for many individuals living out their golden years. You may have heard any number of well-meaning pieces of advice…
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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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