The key to aging well depends on two major factors, namely the lifestyle choices you make over the years, as well as the environment you live in. When you combine a healthy lifestyle with a healthy environment, it’s the perfect formula for wellness. This approach of senior living has increased in popularity over the years…
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While exercising is healthy, not every exercise program is appropriate for dementia patients. At Discovery Village At Dominion, we provide yoga for dementia patients to enable them to enjoy a happier and higher quality of life. There are multiple benefits of yoga for dementia patients, whether physically, emotionally, or socially. Here are some of the…
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There is a love beyond compare between grandparents and their grandchildren. It’s a bond that can build unforgettable memories. The time that grandchildren spend with grandma or grandpa will help shape them in their later years. The meaningfulness of time spent together will lodge itself deep within the heart of both parties concerned. Though there’s…
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Many people usually don’t realize how essential their voices are until their throats start to feel sensitive or painful, making them unable to speak properly. If your aging loved one has developed a sore throat, here are some useful home remedies for a sore throat to alleviate and ease the discomfort. Try Milk & Honey…
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If your loved ones are staying alone or are not supervised regularly by a caregiver, it’s important to make sure that the home is a safe and secure environment. According to statistics by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the majority of fall injuries on older people take place inside the home and 35%…
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Balance and strength are essential aspects of keeping the elderly healthy. By focusing on these two abilities, you can help your loved ones live independently for as long as possible, maintain their health, and even reduce the chances of falling or breaking bones due to weakness or instability. Check out this list of balance exercises for the…
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Isolation can be a severe problem, especially among the elderly. Due to various factors, they tend to spend more time alone than other demographics, and being alone has been linked to several physical and mental issues that can have severe consequences if not addressed in time. Luckily, there are ways you can help people overcome…
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In many ways, for retirement age adults, cooking is advantageous. It provides them the opportunity to create delectable dishes that are healthy and beneficial. A kitchen can provide the opportunity for an exciting hobby that keeps them active, mentally. It’s a popular place to entertain a friend or two. But you may be worried about…
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Retirement life is a far-fetched dream until you finally reach it. You will have all the time in the world, with many options of activities. Many mature adults who have retired will be spending time with their significant other, dining out with friends, or just relaxing with the people they love. On the topic of…
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Is your loved ones acting strangely these days? Are they constantly repeating themselves? Have they exhibited any violent or disturbing behaviors? If you’ve notice these tendencies in them lately, there is a chance that your loved one is exhibiting some symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease results in changes to the brain that often lead…
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