Recently, the Mediterranean diet is gaining popularity among health lovers and experts alike for its’ amazing benefits, especially for those in their golden years. Specifically, this diet encourages users to prioritize nutrient-dense food while restricting the consumption of processed foods and ingredients. Here are some of the positive physical and mental impacts of following the…
Here at Discovery Village At Tampa Palms, safety and security of your loved ones are our utmost priority. Our community is gated 24/7, and only authorized personnel such as caregivers and family members are permitted to enter the compounds. However, this does not mean that your loved ones should take their safety for granted. These…
Tablets are becoming more and more popular with older adults, but not all tablets are equally valuable or accessible. Here’s our list of the best tablets for the elderly, covering the pros and cons of each one, so you can make an informed decision about which device will work best in your life. We’ll also…
Our immune system acts as our body’s defense mechanism against infection, disease, and illnesses. When an unwanted invader appears in our body, white blood cells move quickly to eliminate the threat before it causes severe damage. For adults, a robust immune system helps prevent infections and diseases from developing and helps us recover quicker after an illness…
Food is essential in our lives. Eating is both a means of survival and a vital component of our culture. From wedding cakes to birthday cakes, stunning holiday spreads with family, to casual lunches with friends, people frequently commemorate big life events with good food and good company. After all, who doesn’t enjoy a delicious…
Most older adults get adequate sleep; they need between seven and nine hours per night. But some people have problems falling asleep or sleeping excessively, which can affect their daily lives, cause injury, and increase their risk of death from heart disease, cancer, and other causes. While some medications can cause excessive sleep in aging family members,…
For your loved ones, there will come a day when they will realize that their children have grown up and are prepared to leave the nest. This means that they will have to downsize to a smaller home. Other reasons that can result in downsizing include increased medical costs, lifestyle changes, and financial constraints. As…
You’ve spent a lot of time browsing the internet and reading up on all that different assisted living community have to offer. But it’s one thing to read articles on the web and browse through some carefully curated pictures. No, in order for you to truly make a well-informed decision, you need to go down…
Either you, your retirement age loved one, or both of you may be wondering – if a retirement community has become a consideration – exactly what are the benefits of personal care homes? Are there downsides? What are the upsides? It can be difficult moving out of the home you’ve lived in for decades. Children…
Exercise is good for us regardless of age, but many of us find it difficult to get up early to take our daily morning walk. Not many of us make it a point to incorporate it into our daily routine but we have put together a series of benefits that can motivate you to change…