Many modern movies today seem to have a younger target audience in mind, like fantasy, romance and thrillers. These movies may not necessarily be as enjoyable for the older generation. If you are looking to find the perfect movie for a senior to watch, it can be quite challenging to do so. You may need…
Though it is commonly considered healthy aging to live with family for as long as possible, many do this fighting memory loss, medical conditions, and, ironically, loneliness. Sometimes, staying at home would be more detrimental as it leads to isolated and unhealthy living conditions. Thankfully, there is another way. There are many benefits of living…
As you enter your golden years, you may be considering moving to another location where you can enjoy simpler living arrangements. If you are a senior in North Austin who require little to no assistance in your daily life, you should consider some independent living options. In these communities, you will be able to stay…
The senior living communities in Keller Town Center make use of health and wellness programs to create a holistic lifestyle for seniors. From physical activities and socialization opportunities to nutritious meal plans, a safe and supportive environment is provided for seniors to live in. There is no doubt that as we age, healthy living becomes…
Independent living essentially means living in a senior community living area or a housing arrangement that has been specially designed for older adults, usually for those who are 55 years old and above. There is a wide variety of housing, from detached homes to apartment-style living. These types of housing are designed for the benefit…
Time flies, and before you know it, you have grandchildren. That is when you notice your sleeping patterns might be getting irregular. You might realize you’re not able to sleep the hours you used to, or you spend more of those hours napping in the light of day. Despite what you have heard, there is…
Studies have shown that seniors who live alone and experience loneliness run a higher risk of seeing detrimental effects to their health and overall well-being. As social creatures, humans are not meant to live in isolation. In fact, this phenomenon has been shown to lead to other health problems such as diabetes and depression. Ignoring…
Seniors should – and wish to – maintain their independence wherever possible. However, living alone isn’t all it’s cracked up to be for senior citizens. Did you know that nearly 3 in 10 individuals aged 64 and over live by themselves? If you are able to maintain a healthy social life despite that, your living…
When it comes to becoming healthy seniors in the future, it is always better to start building healthy habits early. However, with that said, it is never too late to get started on good habits. These habits make a difference especially for seniors who are more susceptible to illness, or for those who have led…
Retirement is a time when people can finally seat back and relax. It is normal to look forward to retirement after a lifetime of working hard. However, before you get too comfortable, retirement needs planning too. There are many things to consider, such as the desired retirement lifestyle, retirement location, and how much you can…