Gardening can be incredibly therapeutic. As winter draws to a close and spring beckons, spending time in nature can instantly brighten your day. Cultivating a garden is a wonderful way to spend the warmer months of spring and summer. Here are some benefits of gardening for seniors that you should know about. Lowers Stress Gardening…
Everybody knows that what you eat matters to your health. This is especially true as you age. Foods with plenty of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, flavonols, polyphenols, and omega-3 fatty acids have been proven to help protect your brain from the effects of aging. From maintaining overall brain health to improving your memory and concentration, these…
Stress can have dire impacts on our health. When we experience stress, our bodies release adrenaline and cortisol, which are stress hormones that can take a toll on our health in the long run. The excess production of these hormones can cause cognitive impairment and stress hormones have also been linked to conditions such as…
Moving into a senior living community is a big decision. For many seniors and their families, this transition involves many conversations over a long period of time. However, you don’t want to wait until you’re experiencing a health crisis or struggling to take care of tasks at home to make this move. You don’t have…
Getting older requires a change in choices, desires, and lifestyle. From the choice of food to what to do after retirement and to downsizing, making these decisions can be daunting. Children of aging parents, in some cases, take turns to house their parents to better attend to them. This is not altogether effective as parents…
If you’re looking into a residential senior community for your parent, you might feel overwhelmed by options. Communities can offer a wide range of services and living options, and navigating this new world can be challenging. Some of the options you’ll typically find include independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Some communities offer all…
Most of us are prepared for when our parents begin to age, but not everyone is prepared for when our parents begin to show a decline in cognitive function. Forgetfulness and confusion can be early indicators of a memory issue, sometimes being Alzheimer’s or dementia. However, realizing your parent require additional memory care can be…
Getting proper exercise is arguably most important for the elderly, and what better way to be fit than by dancing? Moving to the beat of music is fun at every age. Many of our residents dance regularly; and they know that the social aspect of dancing is as fun as stepping lively to the music.…
Gardening is a labor of love that can produce wonderful fresh vegetables and beautiful flowers. There are also many health benefits of gardening for seniors, like residents at Aston Gardens retirement communities in Florida. For those who love to nurture plants, the unexpected benefits are pure bonus. It doesn’t matter whether you have a vegetable…
Facebook is the largest social networking site on the Internet. Research indicates that Older Adults age 74 and above are among the fastest growing group now embracing social networking sites, including Facebook. This just goes to show that Seniors can learn Facebook and are participating regularly! Recent studies even indicate that Facebook helps Seniors feel…
