Many of the factors that promote healthy aging are well-known, such as exercise, a balanced diet, and seven to eight hours of decent sleep every night. These habits are essential throughout all stages of life. Friendships, on the other hand, have a particularly important impact on healthy aging in older adults. The importance of friendships…
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As we grow older, we might be considering to move to an independent senior living. At a senior living community, there is so much you get to enjoy. You don’t have to worry about housekeeping and maintenance because the team of staff will do the difficult chores for you. And you don’t have to worry…
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Moving into retirement can be an exciting time, but it’s also very difficult to know how to make the most of it. There are all sorts of things you could do in Spring, Texas that will help you enjoy your retirement, including getting back to nature by enjoying the great outdoors at local parks and recreation…
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Many seniors wonder if it is the right choice for them to continue living at home or move into a senior living community. While most seniors aged 65 and above would prefer to stay at home, there are certainly benefits to moving into an independent living or assisted living community. Although the familiar environment may…
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As people get older, the human body’s nutrient absorption rate will decrease, so it becomes increasingly important for aging adults to get the appropriate amount of nutrition to stay healthy. Furthermore, sometimes as people age, they develop certain food preferences that lead them to be picky in choosing the food they eat. Changes like these…
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Many retirees are worried about finding purpose and meaning in life once they leave their professions. With so much focus on financial retirement planning, some people fail to think about how they want to spend their retirement years. This might result in retirement boredom, feelings of despair or loneliness, and a loss of life’s purpose…
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Are you considering moving into an independent living community? If so, you might have some questions about independent living that you would want answered. Read on to find out more. What are the Differences Between Independent Living and Assisted Living Communities? The main difference between independent living and assisted living communities is the level of…
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Aging comes with plenty of challenges. The loss of independence is one main part of this process, as well as age discrimination and diminished physical ability. Many older adults remain self-sufficient while some require a higher level of care. Because they are retired, finances can be a challenge. Due to misconceptions, older adults can be…
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Approximately 10 to 20 percent of the elderly suffer from anxiety, making it one of the most common mental health conditions for older adults. Anxiety is a type of disorder that can significantly impact one’s quality of life. Fortunately, there are a variety of ways to deal with anxiety. Amongst the elderly, there are a…
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It’s often recognized that eating well can help one live longer, but what “eating well” implies isn’t always apparent. This is especially true for older adults, whose dietary requirements differ greatly from those of any other age group. Here are ten myths about senior nutrition that are widely held to be true yet have been…
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