With the lovely weather and popular attractions, Tampa is known as one of the best tourist destinations in Florida. More than 100 million people visit Tampa every year, and this number is expected to increase over the years as the city continues to expand. If you or your loved ones are planning a trip to…
Exercise remains an important activity even after retirement to keep your mind active and body healthy. But exercise doesn’t necessarily mean going for a jog or working out at the gym. Knitting is a form of exercise for your mind, benefitting your personal and social wellbeing. Knitting does not only keep you occupied when you’re…
Spring is here once more! It is the time when everything comes alive again; where the flowers start to bloom, birds start singing all around and the grass and leaves begin to grow. It’s the ideal time of the year to spruce up your home with some lively and beautiful decorations. Decorating the home is…
As we age, there is an increased emphasis on staying on our feet and keeping busy. This can be achieved through a variety of activities like walking through the park, having dinner with friends, and visiting the museum. As it turns out, researchers have found that attending cultural locations, like museum exhibitions and art galleries,…
Scrapbooking provides a lot of health advantages. Indeed, scrapbooking is more than simply nice papers, lovely decorations, and great photographs. We may be unaware of the potential physiological advantages of scrapbooking, but it has several psychological benefits. Scrapbooking is a popular hobby that benefits a wide range of people, particularly women and children, as well as patients…
During the winter, older adults tend to slow down and spend more time indoors; however, the approach of spring provides a chance to revitalize their general wellbeing by getting active outside in the fresh air and sunshine. If you are caring for an elderly parent or loved one, we have collected a list of spring…
During our prime years, we may not understand or fully appreciate how much a healthy spine and back contribute to our well-being and quality of life. However, as we grow older, we will realize just how important our spine and back are to our body’s overall functioning. For many older adults, they may find themselves…
If your loved one is living with Alzheimer’s disease, you will know that there are no known available treatments for it. While there is no cure, research regarding new treatments, early detection, and music therapy offers hope. The relaxing and rejuvenating effect of music can be integrated into the lives of older adults suffering from…
One of the biggest perks of residing in an independent living community is the access to a wide range of activities available. At Discovery Village At Twin Creeks, our Celebrations Activities and Events lifestyle program ensures that residents are never bored in our community. Aside from keeping residents entertained throughout the day, our activities allow…
Planning a BBQ for older people can be stressful because they might be harder to please, unlike young children. They have various needs and preferences that you have to account for as well. Most of them have certain restrictions and need to watch what they eat. If you are planning a fun cookout with your…