It is important for your loved one to get as much exercise as possible in order to ward off medical problems. While all activities that stimulate cardio health are good, it is also important to build muscle strength. There are many reasons why these factors matter. Why Build Muscle Strength? When we get to a…
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Human beings are social creatures. Whether we are introverts or extroverts, being in healthy relationships where we connect with others and build long-lasting bonds are essential for a healthy state of mind. In fact, as we grow older, it might be even more important to build and maintain such social bonds to ensure that we…
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As we grow older, it might seem like our options for enjoying life are continuously being narrowed down. In fact, in most media, the hobbies that aging adults enjoy all seem to revolve around slow-paced and sedentary activities. However, this is not the case. Many research studies have shown that exercising and living a life…
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It is a scientific fact that socializing helps us to stay healthy and to stave off conditions such as depression and stress. However, for retirees, it may not always be easy to find avenues for socializing. If you are wondering about where you can hang out and make friends, here are some ideas that you…
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Osteoarthritis is one of the most common joint disorders in the United States of America, accounting for a large part of disability and healthcare spending. Also known as the degenerative joint disease, it is known to largely affect the elderly and is the leading cause of disability in seniors above 65 years of age. Osteoarthritis…
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It can be immensely challenging to consider the prospect that your loved ones may need to move into a senior living community instead of living alone. Yet, it may be amongst the most important decisions you and your family make, especially if our loved ones are at risk of physical harm when they are staying…
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It can be hard to adjust to the changes in family dynamics as our elderly parents enter into their golden years. For both our parents and ourselves, this can involve a change of roles that might not be voluntary or well-received. Whether they are well-intentioned conversations about our parents’ financial situations, the expectations of caregiving,…
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Though memory care services can often be found in senior living communities, the services they provide can be quite different from those in the rest of the community. This may range from having a few additional programs for residents to possibly an entire wing of amenities designed just for them. Memory care services are designed…
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As we grow older, it does not mean that we have to be resigned to staying alone at home and doing solitary activities. Neither does it mean that to have a good quality of life, you must depend or impose on others to care for you. Everyone has different healthcare and lifestyle needs and there…
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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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