On October 28th, 2022 by Geoffrey
Today, Halloween is big business with nearly 10 billion dollars expected to be spent on decorations, candy and costumes in 2022. But for those in their senior years, Halloween was a very different holiday in their youth. How has Halloween changed? What are some of the Halloween memories of today's seniors? American colonists celebrated the […]
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On October 20th, 2022 by Geoffrey
For some families, this subject is almost taboo but it is so important. The term refers to planning for end-of-life decisions and the challenges that the family may face. It does include more than just end-of-life wishes and should include conversations between the elderly person, medical providers, and family members. Advance care planning also covers […]
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On October 14th, 2022 by Geoffrey
Aging is a normal part of life; however, many factors influence healthy aging. Some factors are out of our control, while others, such as good habits, allow us to control how we age. One factor that plays a key role in how we age is alcohol. Like all adults, the elderly should limit alcohol consumption […]
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On October 9th, 2022 by Geoffrey
It can be difficult to notice changes and decline in your elderly parents. These changes can be subtle, such as forgetfulness or trouble with everyday tasks. Some aging parents become more withdrawn. For many, these changes come with many questions and added challenges. At BeeHive Homes in New Mexico, we can help you decide which […]
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On September 23rd, 2022 by Geoffrey
Each year, flu season shows up more quickly than we may expect. Preparing for each flu season is always a good idea, especially for those at a higher risk for more serious infections, such as seniors and those with underlying health issues. The team at BeeHive Homes has a few tips we suggest you follow […]
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On September 10th, 2022 by Geoffrey
As you age, it’s important to keep track of certain things related to your health to ensure you live a long, happy, healthy life and can live independently at home for many years. You can establish health baselines with your doctor as you approach retirement; that way, you have something to compare to as you […]
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On August 31st, 2022 by Geoffrey
You may have heard of the ketogenic (or keto) diet, a low carb-high fat diet that studies have shown can help you lose weight and potentially help with diabetes, epilepsy and other diseases. The question we'd like to explore is what do these high fat diet's impact have on the brain? A recently published study […]
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On August 24th, 2022 by Geoffrey
If you’re helping care for an aging parent the idea of long term care insurance may come up. Typically, long term care insurance is purchased when adults are between 50 and 65 years of age. The later it is purchased the higher the premium, but the earlier it is purchased the longer that premium will […]
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On August 19th, 2022 by Geoffrey
Arthritis may be a common problem among older individuals, especially the elderly; however, it does not have to be as taxing on the body as one may think. There are many steps that can be taken for managing arthritis that can help alleviate the symptoms. About 1 in 4 adults in the US are diagnosed […]
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On August 11th, 2022 by Geoffrey
In most living creatures, their longevity is closely tied to reproduction. Life is about having offspring, and once that no longer happens, life usually ends. But not so with humans. Why? Lets talk about the importance of elders. A recent research paper from the University of California – Santa Barbara says the long post-reproductive lifespan […]
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