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Advantages of Moving to Assisted Living

July 27, 2017

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Advantages of Moving to Assisted Living Seniors who chose 2017 as the year when they will move from their own homes into an assisted living facility should view this as positive. Although there are drawbacks to life in an assisted living facility there are many positive things about it, too. Here are things to remember […]

The First Signs of Alzheimer’s: Difficulty Navigating

July 7, 2017

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A study was done at Washington University in St. Louis which indicates that, of all the warning signs that suggest Alzheimer’s may be developing, the earliest one is probably a difficulty in navigation. This is because the area of the brain that is used to help you move from one place to the next seems to be […]

How to Avoid Online Shopping Scams: 7 Online Shopping Safety Tips

July 7, 2017

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Grabbing great deals on the internet is almost as fun as finding a bargain in person at a local store. Plus, the convenience of online shopping can’t be beat: Shop, order and pay from the comfort of your home, sit back and wait for delivery. Statistics show that more people than ever are shopping online: […]

Senior Exercise: Think Swimming!

July 7, 2017

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The benefits of exercise for seniors cannot be overstated. However, finding the type of senior exercise that matches the capabilities, inabilities and still has a high level of enjoyment for seniors, can be tricky. Swimming may not be the first activity that comes to mind when considering an exercise program for an elderly person, but […]

How to Design and Create a Senior-Friendly Bedroom

June 8, 2017

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How to Design and Create a Senior-Friendly Bedroom Not all homes and bedrooms are ideal for senior citizen use. This is because a lot of the simple activities that we take for granted in childhood and adulthood can become increasingly difficult with old age. Whether it’s because of a disease, a chronic injury, or the […]

Don’t Be Embarrassed About Incontinence

June 8, 2017

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Don’t Be Embarrassed About Incontinence Do you recognize this sign? Whenever you’re in a public place, you’re scouting out where the closest bathroom might be—just in case. If so, you’re not alone. More than 25 million Americans are affected by either bladder or bowel incontinence, according to the National Association for Continence. One in 3 […]

5 Popular Magazine Subscriptions for Seniors

June 8, 2017

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5 Popular Magazine Subscriptions for Seniors We have all seen the general trend of moving away from newspapers, magazines, nd other print media to on-line news and entertainment, Facebook and Twitter. Today’s senior citizens, however, while embracing the Internet, cell phones, and even Facebook, still rely on these more traditional forms to access information and […]

Don’t Be Shy About Belting It Out

May 4, 2017

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Don’t Be Shy About Belting It Out Science is discovering that people who lift their voices together in song experience amazing health benefits, including exercising the lungs and combatting stress. An increasing number of people are discovering the joys of singing. Chorus America reports that an estimated 42.6 million Americans regularly sing in choruses today. More than […]

Benefits of a Good Night’s Sleep

May 4, 2017

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Benefits of a Good Night’s Sleep For most of us, a poor night’s sleep can mean irritability and fogginess the next day. But long-term sleep deprivation can have more serious effects, including memory problems and depression. Insufficient sleep is an important issue for seniors, who sleep more lightly and for shorter time spans, whether as […]