Summer allows many to enjoy the great outdoors and get together with family and friends. While this is enjoyable for all, it is key to remember that everyone, with more emphasis on seniors, must keep cool and hydrated in the heat. Summer activities can pose some serious challenges for seniors who are in independent living…
If you are curious about whether seniors the least bit internet savvy, then consider that a 2014 Pew Research Internet project showed that about six in 10 adults use the Internet and that 56 percent of Adults 65+ use Facebook. The internet is a fantastic place to blow two, three or even four hours during…
Approximately one-third of the population of elders in the U.S. falls annually. With increasing age, the risk of falls proportionately increases. Over half of all seniors in their 80s fall every year. With balance issues being the second leading reason for these falls among seniors, it’s no wonder it is a subject of interest for…
Yes — hurricane season is well underway but September seems to be the month that the crux of the action takes place. The Gulf of Mexico is always under tight scrutiny the minute a storm looks as if it may be heading towards the US. Of course it is understandable since many of the major…
At Discovery Villages, we help our Senior Citizens find new and improved ways to engage in the world around them and live their most vibrant life. We support the well being of our older adults and their families by highlighting pertinent services and information that can directly benefit lives. Talk to our staff at Discovery…