#Assisted Living | Health & Wellness | Lifestyles & Activities for Seniors
On September 25th, 2017 by Geoffrey
As most of you reading this have discovered by now, growing older is not always cheap! Even with good financial planning, good insurance & a somewhat healthy body, there are unexpected things that can come up and break the bank pretty quickly. Because of this, it can make birthdays and gift exchanges at other holidays all […]
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On September 22nd, 2017 by Geoffrey
Loneliness is a very real problem for people of all ages, but it seems to prey greatly on those of advancing years. It can cause all kinds of issues, from undue stress, to depression & feelings of worthlessness. While all of us naturally will have times in our lives that are more lonely than others, […]
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On September 20th, 2017 by Geoffrey
In recent years fitness gurus have been touting how important hydration is for our health. You’ve probably seen the water bottles for sale on the internet that have times listed on the side so that you’re sure to drink a certain amount of water throughout the day to maintain proper fluid levels in your body […]
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On September 18th, 2017 by Geoffrey
Throughout history, there have always been those who are more comfortable in social situations and those who are less comfortable in the same situations. There are various types of personalities which thrive in large group settings where they can mingle freely & those who are not anti-social, but would prefer to have fewer and closer […]
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On September 15th, 2017 by Geoffrey
Being physically fit is emphasized as important all throughout our formative years. Schools generally have Physical Education courses, colleges have gyms and sports teams, women and men of child-bearing age are encouraged to be active and have gym memberships. Much is said about how the exercise will make one feel healthier, happier & improve the […]
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On September 13th, 2017 by Geoffrey
Watching our loved-ones age is never an easy process. As they go from being caregivers, to the ones needing care, we sometimes find ourselves in situations that we were not quite prepared for. It can be a very emotional time, full of difficult decisions. Our desire of wanting to enable our loved ones to live […]
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On July 17th, 2017 by Geoffrey
Eating right is difficult for everyone. This fact does not change with age. As we age, our dietary needs DO change, however, along with our lifestyle. It can be increasingly difficult to keep up with the changes, especially when various organizations have such varied opinions about what is healthy & what is unhealthy. Of course, […]
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On July 17th, 2017 by Geoffrey
We all know that cognitive abilities are some of the first things that show signs of aging. Slight bits of forgetfulness, cloudiness of thought, or general confusion could be signs of something more serious than aging, and if you suspect that, the first step would be to get a doctor's opinion. Whether or not there […]
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On July 17th, 2017 by Geoffrey
Gardening has been around for millennium. Great gardens have provided food and medicine for people since the beginning of time. But, are there specific ways that the elderly can benefit from gardening as opposed to other hobbies? Absolutely!
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