When it comes to considering a move into assisted living communities, it is expected that seniors are hesitant, unwilling, or even afraid to do so. After all, the understanding and impression they might have of assisted living are likely formed by the common myths and misconceptions surrounding these communities. Assisted living communities allow seniors to…
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If your loved one needs medical and/or personal care in their daily living activities, then assisted living is the right lifestyle option for them. Assisted living residents are generally active but may need support with activities of daily living (ADL) like bathing, eating, dressing, medication usage reminders, and more. As a senior, opting for an…
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It is always distressing to see the memory of your loved one deteriorate as time passes by. This explains why it is important to always take note of signs that might tell you regarding memory care. Looking out for memory issues such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia is essential. This does not necessarily represent that…
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Each and every senior is unique with an individuality all their own. And yet millions of seniors today are united in pursuit of one, common goal: To live well and remain living independently for many years to come. For some, that means staying in their longtime home or place of residence. Others, however, may opt…
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You may remember the old adage, “Age before beauty.” Usually said fondly when a younger person defers to someone older, it results in the elder getting some benefit – like walking through a door first or taking the first piece of cake. You get the idea. As a senior, you may be finding yourself less…
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Has the thought of downsizing crossed your mind? To some of your loved ones, downsizing to a smaller home offers them more convenience as they are provided with more time to take part in enjoyable activities, rather than focusing on house chores. If your loved one does not like completing house chores in bigger spaces,…
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As children, we are encouraged to express our artistic side – Color! Sketch! Draw! Use scissors and glue! Paint! It is one of our earliest and most tangible joys – watching the products of our imagination come alive in beautiful hues of reds, greens, and blues; animals and flowers and spaceships and dinosaurs suddenly alive…
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It is normal for children to turn to their parents for guidance, help, and advice. However, with age, you’ll start to realize that you would have to step up and be the one giving them these things instead. They may start to show memory-related signs that they require extra care. It is important for you…
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The dawning of a New Year always brings with it new hopes and possibilities for personal growth and improvement, fun and fulfillment, and perhaps the chance to experience new things. And that makes right now a rather high time for all of those infamous New Years’ resolutions, whether it’s eating right and exercising more often,…
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Concussions are one of the most common head injuries faced. The effects of concussions are usually not long-lasting, and they disappear after a while. This includes memory loss, headaches, balance, and coordination. The most common type of concussions is usually occur due to a blow to the head. Former Green Bay quarterback Brett Favre gave…
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