Moving a loved one to assisted living can be a difficult decision for many. However, due to reasons like full-time jobs, childcare responsibilities, or the need for professional medical care for your parents, this decision is often made with their best interests in mind. Regardless of the reason, moving to assisted living is a big…
Now that the dreary winter season has passed, it is time to welcome the warmer months of spring and summer! Your garden might be looking a little worse for wear and understandably, it might seem like a big undertaking to get it summer-ready. Ideally, you’d want your garden to have colorful flowers by summer and…
If you’re caring for an older loved one, keeping an eye on their prescriptions and understanding the purpose of each one will help keep them safe. The most important roles of a caregiver in medication management are to identify potentially harmful medications, track signs of complications, and keep their loved ones on their medical therapy.…
Retirement is supposed to be a time of serenity, where you get to enjoy your decades of hard work, sacrifice and prudence. However, making mistakes in retirement can deplete you of the precious funds needed to fund the lifestyle you want, which is why the following errors must be avoided. Disregarding Medical Care Costs Research…
Besides the teenage years, your golden years are another period in life where you may experience a drop in your confidence. With so many changes occurring at the same time, including that of your appearance, it’s no wonder that these worries can start to reflect on you. Confidence can be dependent on many factors, including…
In senior centers, you will find that residents engage in a wide range of exciting activities and events. Not only does this provide older adults with a meaningful way to pass the time, it can come with many benefits for their overall health as well. In our retirement community at Discovery Village At Deerwood, we…
Your body goes through many changes as you age. One change could be age-related hearing loss. Around 1 in 2 adults who are older than 65 years would experience some level of hearing loss, which is also described as presbycusis. While the condition is not life-threatening, it can hugely impact your life if you don’t seek proper…