When people think of the idea of growing old, it seems that they commonly associate it with the themes of loneliness and solitude with minimal socialization. While this may be true for many individuals, this does not necessarily have to be the case for you or your loved ones! We at Aston Gardens at Sun…
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As age catches up on everyone, we try to find more viable sports that engage the body without exerting too much strength. While all these exercises are good physically, exercises like tai chi are famous for their physical and mental benefits. Also known as meditation in motion, tai chi makes use of graceful moves that…
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According to national records, at least 27 percent of the aging population aged over 65 have no teeth. This figure has been steadily decreasing over the years but majority of aging adults still eat their daily meals without any teeth. Try this variety of soft foods for elderly that is suitable for your older loved…
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Do you, or someone you love, need assisted living? Maybe you’re not sure. You might be wondering, “What is assisted living?” As people age, one of the more important things for many is the feeling they can maintain their independence. In fact, one of the biggest fears of today’s aging adults is losing that independence.…
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Most of us would have heard numerous times in our lives of the importance of having a balanced diet. A balanced diet helps to get all the nutrients our bodies need to function and more. One important component that should not be forgotten is leafy greens, as they have more impact than they seem. For…
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It can be challenging for individuals from different generations to connect. Due to the rapid changes in society and technology, being born at different times can lead to vastly different opinions in beliefs, interests, hobbies, values, and more. Even though it may be a struggle, helping the older generation connect with the younger generation can…
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It’s common for some change to take place in our skin as we grow older. Some of the changes with skin change as we age include lower elasticity, lesser oil, ease of bruise, and thinner skin compared to normal skin. It may be difficult for your loved ones to deal with changes in the skin…
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Assisted living can help improve the overall wellness and health of an adult who may need a little assistance now and then with certain activities. They do not require complete 24/7 skilled nursing care, however. It’s sort of a step in between their complete independent living and constant skilled nursing care. It’s not an easy…
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As we age, we all want to stay fit and healthy. But for older adults, weight loss can sometimes be worrisome. It happens more times than not, possibly due to a lack of appetite, that unintentional weight loss in older adults occurs. Is the sudden weight loss in a loved one something to be concerned…
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Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease can be highly debilitating conditions that can leave one at a loss for what to do. One very effective way of fighting against dementia and Alzheimer’s disease is the improvement and regulation of one’s diet. This can be achieved by consuming a variety of healthy foods that build up your system…
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