A piece of unfortunate and alarming news: Alzheimer’s disease is rising in the United States. In fact, the number of older adults living with Alzheimer’s disease is expected to rise around the world by 2050. To give you a little perspective, there are currently 180,000 people aged 65 and above who are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s…
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Dealing with behavior problems in your parent as they get older can be difficult. Here, we’ve listed some common worrying behaviors, their causes, and how to deal with them. Hostility and Outbursts Unfortunately, age, illness (or both) can exacerbate feelings of irritability and anger in your parents. They might then feel as if they have…
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When looking to make the move to senior living, you may be wondering where exactly you will be staying. The types of personal care apartment homes in Reading, PA will differ by the retirement community. At Rittenhouse Village At Muhlenberg, you can find a variety of floor plans to suit the needs of both individuals…
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If you are thinking about retiring in the mid-Atlantic region of the United States, then it’s an ideal time to do so. The area is coming into its own as a retirement destination, with a growing number of retirees flocking there from all over the country and beyond. In fact, it’s one of the best…
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With the holidays approaching soon, you might be thinking about traveling with your aging parent. However, many in their golden years find it stressful or difficult to travel for a number of reasons. Thankfully, there are many ways to make traveling much easier and enjoyable for mature adults. Here are some practical tips for traveling…
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Did you know that the number 1 risk factor for heart disease is age? Combined with unhealthy lifestyle choices and a poor diet, this can put you at even greater risk. If you are worried about your aging parents’ health, now is the time to introduce a heart-healthy diet to their daily meals. We share…
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Memory-related conditions present complex challenges for both those who suffer from them and their caregivers. With the rates of Alzheimer’s disease rising in the US, it’s important that memory care programs can help meet these challenges. At Rittenhouse Village At Michigan City, we provide the top memory care program in Michigan City, Indiana. Our SHINE®…
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Blacklick is a popular place in Ohio where older adults choose to spend their retirement years. If you are looking for a retirement community, this is the place for you. When you choose a retirement community, you need to take a look at the senior living apartment homes and see if you like them. Better…
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Do you know that anxiety is one of the most common mental health disorders? It impacts not just older adults, but young adults and even children as well. In fact, around 10% to 20% of older adults suffer or have suffered from anxiety. Even though it’s normal for everyone to feel anxious in certain stressful…
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An estimated 45% of American seniors aged 85 and older are suffering from Alzheimer’s disease with 1 in 10 individuals aged 65 and over suffering from this as well. The most common cause of dementia among adults, Alzheimer’s disease’s notable symptoms include memory loss, difficulty speaking or expressing themselves, and issues with handling daily tasks…
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