As our bodies age and shrink due to the breakdown and thinning of our vertebrae and disks, it is not uncommon to find elderly individuals with poor posture and back pain. Moreover, as society increasingly continues to force people into sedentary positions behind screens, actively working to maintain a good posture has become more important…
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Are you thinking about retiring in Sun City Center, FL? That’s a great choice. Located South of Tampa,, Sun City Center is ranked as one of the best places to retire in the United States. It currently has an approximate population of more than 24,000 people with an average age of 72 years old. Continue…
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The number of older adults approaching retirement as well as new retirees relocating to Tampa has seen a steady increase since beginning of the new millennium. The area’s attractions, temperate climate, and range of senior living options have made Tampa an emerging hotspot for older adults. If you are searching for an assisted living community…
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If you or a loved one is soon to be retired, or retired already, has a decision been made as to where to spend retirement? We’d like to suggest one of the best areas in the entire nation – Naples, Florida. What’s so special about this place? Naples, Florida is situated next to the Gulf…
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The effects of aging are barely limited to gray hair and wrinkles. As we age, it is normal that our vision changes too. Some common eyesight changes in the elderly include difficulties seeing up close and requiring increased adjustment time when levels of light fluctuate. Our loved ones might be prone to dry and watery…
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Aging adults face a new set of challenges as their body, mind, and environment change as they navigate their retirement years. What some of them imagined would be days of relaxation and peace is instead replaced by bouts of anxiety, stress, and even depression. Developing patience and reducing stress to manage these feelings are not…
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When you think about personal wellness, you would often think about struggles with physical health or cognitive-related illnesses like dementia. However, we often forget about loneliness, which can be just as serious, and affects a significant number of older adults. According to the National Institute on Aging, around 28% of older adults live alone and…
DetailsFor two years, Ann Gawthrop Landry and Pat Flynn Hodgkins had exchanged greetings while passing each other in the hallways and elevators of their apartment building in Aston Gardens. However, they happened to sit with each other for dinner one evening — and that dinner changed their lives.
Autumn is a beautiful season as leaves start to change into beautiful shades of red and yellow. However, as temperatures begin to fall, there are many safety hazards that can pose a risk to you and your loved ones. Here are some autumn safety tips so you can stay safe for the season. Rake The…
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Whether you are a resident of Tampa or you are just visiting, there are plenty of scenic nature and hiking trails in Tampa Bay that let you experience a nature reset. There are many bay area hiking trails located near the water which are mostly shaded. With mostly flat land and great weather, majority of…
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