When deciding to put your parent or loved one in a retirement-based community where they can receive constant medical care, get help with daily activities or socialize with other people, it's not an easy choice to make. You can't be there 24/7 to see the kind of care they're ...
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Keeping Active: 5 Fantastic Senior Fitness Ideas You Need to Know
Just because you're retired doesn't mean you have to sit around the house all day. Read on for some senior fitness ideas you'll love! Did you know that only 28 to 34% of adults aged 65-74 are physically active throughout the day? Being active is important as it boosts energy ...
5 Ways You Can Improve a Senior’s Quality of Life
There are approximately 50 million adults over the age of 65 in the United States. As people get older, their needs and living conditions may change. Whether you are a senior or you care for someone over the age of 65, below are some options for seniors that you may find ...
Embracing a New Chapter in Life: 5 Factors to Consider When Choosing Your Assisted Living Facility
The US aging population is booming thanks to increases in life expectancy. There's a corresponding boom in the number of assisted living facilities. Some facilities are designed like apartment buildings while others have cottages. Here are some tips on selecting a facility. Is ...
Making That Difficult Call: How to Make a Family Care Decision and How to Know the Time is Right
Caring for a beloved family member suffering from Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia can be incredibly rewarding, but there may come a time when it just isn’t practical to continue providing care at home. Few family caregivers take the idea of moving a loved one to a ...
The Path to Better Wellbeing: How to Look After your Mind and Body as you Get Older
Today's senior citizens bear little resemblance to their grandparents at the same age. Two generations ago, a seventy-year-old man or woman often appeared frail They took life easy and slowed down. It is now common for people to work until they are seventy and then begin new ...
5 Career Choices Suitable for Those Who Derive Pleasure from Helping Others
Most people have to work to earn a living, but a well-chosen job can be a lot more rewarding than that. People who love to help others have quite a few career options that can be both remunerative and personally satisfying. A quick look at five especially appropriate choices ...
The Importance Of Exercise In Your Senior Years
Of course, taking the time to exercise is important, no matter how old you are. However, as you get older - and sorry to say it, you aren't getting any younger - you really do need to step up your fitness game. By doing so, you will alleviate the risk of those age-related health ...
What’s the Difference Between Assisted Living and Nursing Homes?
Not many people are aware of the differences between assisted living facilities and nursing homes. The terms have been used interchangeably over the years, so the confusion is understandable. But that confusion can lead to people making the wrong choices for the seniors in their ...
Planning Your Families Future
Having a family is such a beautiful experience, but it takes a lot of commitment and energy to plan a positive future for those that are close to you. From your children’s education to your parents nursing home, there are so many different things to think about that you’re bound ...
