Housing for senior adults, especially for those who are in the retirement stage of life, is a very important aspect of senior living that must be conscientiously handled. When you are an adult in your senior years, your living quarters may very well become the area in which most of your time will be spent.…
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We need to remember how our elders communicated back then, especially in this world of fast-paced communication, because communication is critical for any good relationship. Communicating effectively with your parents can quickly reverse a frustrating relationship. In this post, you’ll learn six simple tips to help you communicate with elderly parents. Listen Attentively to Them…
DetailsAs people age, it’s important to consider what you might need to pay for in the future, especially for your health care needs. While some people can pay for assisted living themselves, others need the help of their children or other family members. If you own your home but cannot afford to keep it anymore,…
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When you are looking for an assisted living community for you or a loved one, it can get confusing and overwhelming with the wide variety of choices available. Some people make common mistakes when choosing the assisted living community most suited for their loved ones. Read on to find out what these mistakes are and…
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There are important signs to look out for which may indicate one may potentially require memory care. People who struggle with dementia or Alzheimer’s tend to exhibit certain types of behavior which can impact or affect their daily lives. When this happens, it may be safer for them to move to a memory care facility…
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Don’t know what to do with all the free time you have after retirement? Making crafts may be the perfect answer to your boredom! There are many benefits of crafting for seniors, including lessening stress and anxiety, widening your circle of friends, as well as improving motor skills control. If you are interested in crafting…
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Aging is part and parcel of life. However, sometimes in the chaos of life, you can forget your life’s purpose. Your sense of purpose, although objective, can change as you grow. The things that you value from your prime years could be very different from what you value during retirement. Any milestones in life will…
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Your loved one, like 87% of seniors, desires to age at home. However, you’d worry. If he doesn’t have a caregiver around to watch over him, how he is he going to manage if he starts having trouble with everyday activities? What if the household chores get undone or they stop eating proper meals? What happens…
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Brain games? Aren’t those childish games that are just meant to keep our kids occupied whilst having breakfast? Why should I be playing sudoku when I clearly have more important things to be doing? Well, in this article we want to challenge your notions of brain games and make the case that playing brain games…
DetailsAs you get older, it can be increasingly challenging to make new friends and keep the ones you already have. Whether you are trying to find people who share your interests or want to expand your circle of pals beyond the folks you see every day, there are some tremendous mature adult socialization tips that…
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