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…
“In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt,” according to renowned novelist and poet Margaret Atwood. She apparently appreciates gardening, as do many of our residents at Aston Gardens retirement communities in Florida. Although nurturing plants for food or for the beauty of blooms is in itself a worthy…
For the generation of baby boomers and those before them who are now in or nearing retirement age, voting and being actively involved in politics has always been a privilege and a right, not the dreary “who cares” activity that a lot of younger age groups tend to assign it. In fact, seniors turn out…
Sleep is like a magic elixir for the body and the soul. It relaxes and refreshes us. We’ve all heard about the many health benefits of sleep — and experienced the divine pleasure of a warm and cozy bed. But sometimes reaching that pinnacle of health is easier said than done. As good as…
Doctors and meteorologists are calling it a “pollen tsunami.” No, we’re not talking about a tornado or hurricane – just an allergy season that’s taking the country by storm. It could be that the itchy eyes and runny nose you’ve noticed over the last week or two aren’t from a spring cold or flu…
It is a well known fact that physical health is of the utmost importance in one’s day to day lifestyle. And this is a fact that applies on an incredibly important level in terms of seniors and their own personal well-being. In this brief article will we be discussing the differences of physical activity and…
Congratulations — you’ve entered the electronic age!! No one will think of you as an old fogey. You’re cool. You’re in the know. You may not be “keeping up with the Kardashians” but you are keeping up with the way the world works today. And making a good solid effort at keeping up with the…
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.…