Anyone who has had a senior loved one who is in need of care and assistance knows that it can be rewarding to become a caregiver. It’s also one of the most stressful jobs in the world. There are many reasons why being a senior caregiver can be stressful. The most obvious of these is…
Senior Citizens no longer need to fear getting older or being alone. At Discovery Villages, our supportive communities and luxury lifestyles give you the support you need to be your most vibrant self, so you can actively and joyfully engage again in the world around you. Come visit our senior living community today. “Age is…
Throughout our lives, we go through various stages which require us to adapt and adjust to changing needs. We may not remember when we went through the crawling-before-walking stage; but most women, for example, remember menopause very well and the need for finding hormonal balance. As changes progress and we develop physical conditions and limitations…
Mental health concerns across the senior and elderly populations are widely undiagnosed, but with upwards of 7 million seniors reportedly suffering in silence and solitude, it’s time to identify—and take steps to reverse—what appears to be a global mental health epidemic among the senior population. While diagnoses like dementia and Alzheimer’s are consistently at the…
Over the years, chiropractors have gotten a bad rap – or should we say crack? Few health care providers are so polarizing. Non-believers call them quacks. But the faithful swear by these doctors and the services they provide. With many insurance companies now covering chiropractic services, the procedure is becoming more mainstream — and generally…
At Discovery Villages at The West End, our supportive communities give Senior Citizens opportunities to make meaningful friendships and connections. We help Seniors actively engage in the world around them so that they can continue to live a life of meaning, joy, and wonder. Come visit our senior living community today. What a difference seventy-five…
Physical fitness is important to everyone. As we get older, it becomes even more important. It’s a proven fact that staying physically fit can greatly enhance your quality of life. This has never been truer than when you are an older adult in your senior years. Staying physically fit helps to maintain your overall body…
Grandchildren are a great part of growing older. It’s hard not to notice, however, that children today have much different childhood experiences than our own. Children are often involved with electronic devices, rather than going outside to play, as children in former generations have done. This gap between childhood activities and many more things can…
Contrary to popular belief, the No. 1 fear among senior citizens is not loneliness, fear of death, or fear of losing a loved one. It is in fact, the degradation of their mental health, according to a recent survey done by CBS News. Some 28% of seniors worry about the loss of their mind’s sharpness…
With the new technology of today’s world, it can be hard for seniors to avoid certain credit scams. When living alone, it can be even harder to get clarifying information on what to do when faced with these scams. Through a senior living community, senior finances are protected because the risk of scams decreases. As…