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.…
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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…
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While youth is unrelentingly glorified in society, gray hair rules in many significant aspects of life. There truly are many wonderful advantages to growing older, including health benefits. One benefit is living at beautiful Aston Gardens retirement community in Florida. You may find yourself more enthusiastic about waking up in the morning, when you know…
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Prior to making the move to any one of our Florida senior living communities or any other, a major undertaking must occur – downsizing. And a mission it is. While some downsize in stages and have already moved to smaller homes in the recent years before moving to an independent living community, others come from…
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Herbs are nature’s drugs and should be taken as carefully as pharmaceutical drugs. Advocates of natural healing methods believe that herbal medicine offers important benefits over prescription drugs. Many of our residents at Aston Gardens retirement communities in Florida have discovered the benefits of medicinal herbs. It’s important to note, however, that at least half…
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Families who want to make the most of the last few weeks of summer should plan a picnic, whether in a park or by the beach, to enjoy the fresh air while it’s still warm. Keep the following guidelines in mind when you begin packing for your day out. They will ensure that your picnic…
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Short term memory may show signs of decline, but older brains are sharper. Research found, for example, that older traffic controllers excel at cognitively difficult jobs, such as simultaneously juggling the positions of multiple aircraft, navigating, and avoiding collisions. Aston Gardens retirement community in Florida is a great place to discover these and other wonderful…
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One of the best reasons to live at Aston Gardens retirement community in Florida is to avoid social isolation. Research shows that approximately 43% of seniors who live in their own home as opposed to being in a retirement community are in social isolation. The negative effects of isolation are far-reaching, affecting well-being, health, and…
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Social isolation is a serious issue among millions of seniors in the U.S., and it is a problem growing at an alarming rate. Research shows that an isolated elderly person is subject to increased risk in numerous ways due to the lack of social connections or feelings of isolation. At Aston Gardens retirement community in…
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Grief comes with many things especially for our aging parents. When we are young, – or even middle-aged – we deal with grief on occasion and usually very suddenly. But as we age, this emotion can come easily on a much more regular basis whether from the loss of friends or loved ones, a chronic…
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