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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One in every Four deaths in America is the result of heart disease. Heart disease occurs when a build up of plaque makes it difficult for blood to flow, thus creating a risk for stroke or heart attack. According to the CDC, the leading cause of death for Senior Citizens is heart disease. More than…
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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…
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One of the toughest things to leave behind when making the transition from the home we spent the majority of our adult lives in to a senior living community is the loss of our green space. When my parents turned 50, they moved from a home in beautiful Bellaire, Texas, tucked just outside the loop…
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If you or someone you know has Alzheimer’s Disease, you might think the last thing you want to do is watch it unfold before your eyes on the big screen. But handled well, it accomplishes two important things. One is creating awareness among the general public that this is indeed a disease. The other is…
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When it comes to aging gracefully, there’s a million different pieces of advice out there. Some companies claim they can stop you from aging at all, at least physically: removing wrinkles, saggy skin, love lines, etc., through all sorts of miracles products, gels, and creams. Of course, nothing stops Father Time, and while it can…
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According to AARP, you’re a senior when you hit 50. But just like 50 is only a number, being a senior is nothing but a state of mind. If it means a department store discount or a cheaper hotel room, count me in. If it means “acting old,” forget it! My mother-in-law golfed until she…
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Credit scores are one of life’s great mysteries. The short explanation is that a credit score is a number used to measure someone’s creditworthiness. But that only raises more questions about how they calculate the score, what affects it, how to improve it, who sees it and scams to watch out for. Whew. So what…
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