Fully bloomed florals, ripened vegetables, and a lush green vicinity—all before your eyes. Imagine partaking in growing this scenery. Just the thought of it stimulates tranquility. But more than its beauty, gardening provides a lot of health benefits for seniors too. Its advantages stretch so wide that many senior living facilities incorporate its therapeutic effects [...]
Many Americans are now following social distancing guidelines. However, social distancing can lead to feelings of isolation for many people. Social isolation brings with it a whole new set of problems. It can be difficult for many people to handle, and for seniors, it can even jeopardize their health. According to a report done by [...]
While the cold and flu season may be coming to an end soon, the same can't be said for the coronavirus, aka COVID-19. And just like with the flu season, seniors and those with compromised immune systems are the ones who are the most vulnerable to the coronavirus. Also, caregivers may be especially vulnerable to [...]
Seniors with Alzheimer's are especially susceptible to poor nutritional habits. The end result, if left untreated, is serious health problems. Poor nutrition will not only increase the risk of developing health issues but also will negatively affect emotional and cognitive health. This post will teach you how to help your loved one fulfill all of [...]
The key to staying active in Alzheimer's senior living is to embrace habits that improve your overall health. This includes: exercise a healthy diet staying mentally active staying social The science also shows that these habits may affect brain [...]
Caring for a parent or senior loved one isn't easy. It can take its toll on caregivers and their relatives. This is especially the case if the senior is diagnosed with dementia. Assisted living seems like an attractive option at this time, but how do you know if it's the right time to seek our [...]
Memory Care Communities in FL November is approaching, which means Alzheimer's awareness month is coming. It's at this time that the national institutes of health will try to find new treatments and interventions for Alzheimer's and dementia patients. As more and more baby boomers continue to retire, the number of dementia cases continues to rise. [...]
Looking for Alzheimer's Housing or Assisted Living? If you or a loved one has Alzheimer's, then you might be wondering if Alzheimer's Housing or Memory Care is really needed. After all, the cost of Memory Care is higher; is it essential? To know the answer to that question, one must understand the differences between Alzheimer's [...]
As your loved ones get older, one of the options that may be discussed is moving into an Senior Assisted Living Facilities. Often, these discussions are approached with fear and anxiety due to the many misconceptions there are surrounding assisted living facilities. In order to make the most informed decision about what is best for [...]
As we get older, one of the hardest things to do can be determining when our parents need more help. Our parents have been taking care of themselves and others for so long that it is unlikely they will even think to ask us for help, let alone want our help. However, making a move into [...]
