Social isolation is a common problem for those in their 50s, and its effects cannot be overlooked. As you age, it’s easy to lose touch with social networks and resources, with an increased amount of time spent at home during retirement. Limited mobility or other types of health issues can make it difficult for those…
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If you have a loved one with dementia, you probably have heard about how animals or pets can have numerous benefits for them. Pet therapy is also known as animal-assisted therapy (AAT). It consists of guided and structured sessions where a trained animal is used to provide therapy to achieve specific objectives in the targeted…
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Do you find that as you age you tend to think more negatively, or believe that the bad often trumps the good? Unfortunately, if you do have this kind of negative thinking, it can negatively influence your life and can cause more worry, stress, and even depression. If this is the case, you need to…
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The pandemic has made it much harder for us to meet up with our family and friends. Although some restrictions have been lifted, the COVID situation has yet to fully settle down. It can be incredibly lonely and isolated to stay at home. However, there are many ways to stay in touch and spend time…
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New Albany, Ohio, has earned the top spot on Business Insider’s annual list of America’s 50 best suburbs. New Albany is roughly a 20-minute drive from Colombus, with an average household income of roughly $185,000 and a population of approximately 8,000. Let’s explore more reasons you should live in New Albany, OH. Education New Albany…
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Helping an aging adult to get in and out of bed safely may sound like an easy task, but truthfully, you and the elderly can both get hurt if the process isn’t done carefully. If you use the right aids and follow the right instructions, you can mitigate most problems that may happen. Generally, here’s…
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Mindfulness is a phrase that’s been commonly used everywhere for a long time. Though it is inspired by aspects of Buddhism, mindfulness isn’t a belief system. It’s a perspective and lens for viewing the world, and for living life. The essence of mindfulness can be found in the phrase “being in the now”. Those who…
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Whether your parents are avid home chefs or cook every once in a while, it is important to ensure safety in the kitchen at all times. The kitchen can be an extremely dangerous place for everyone as there are numerous objects and obstacles that may harm them. Tools, appliances, and even foods can pose threats…
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Card games are undoubtedly an extremely popular game at any college or high school gathering. Not only is it inexpensive, and portable, but you can also play a variety of games with just one set of 52 cards. But did you know there are numerous other benefits to playing card games when you are in…
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When it comes to friendship, you might think of school-age kids and teenagers. As we grow older, we can become distant from our friends due to work and other commitments. When we retire, we begin to have more free time on our hands. Although we can spend time alone by watching our favorite shows and…
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