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7 Invigorating Activities for Memory Care Patients. Posted by Sherry Kizer. 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments. Explaining Dementia to Children. Posted by Sherry Kizer. Dementia is a troubling, and often misunderstood, condition. While many people believe dementia is a disease, the Alzheimer’s Association. 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments. Tips for Keeping Mentally Sharp As You Age. Posted by Sherry Kizer. 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments. Subscribe to Email Updates.
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The Benefits of Retirement Communities
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The Benefits of Retirement Communities. The solitude and upkeep required to maintain a home is an overwhelming task to many seniors. Add in having to drive, and daily life becomes much more worrisome for seniors and their families. What if. There were no responsibilities of a home? What would an average day consist of then? You look out the window at the landscaping crew trimming the shrubs. The sun pours in to brighten your apartment. You hear a knock on the door. Senior living communities provide resid...
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8 Ways to Help Elderly Drivers Ease into Retiring from Driving. Posted by Sherry Kizer. When is the correct time for seniors to retire from driving? 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments. 8 Travel Tips for Seniors Who Want to Have Fun While Staying Safe. Posted by Sherry Kizer. 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments. Tips on How to Combat Social Isolation in Seniors. Posted by Sherry Kizer. 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments. Topics: Health and Wellness. Posted by Sherry Kizer.
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The Importance of Senior Volunteers to the Community
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The Importance of Senior Volunteers to the Community. It’s clear that volunteerism is a high-priority activity in America. According to the Corporation for National and Community Service. One-quarter of the nation’s adults volunteered through a variety of organizations in 2013. That same organization reported that volunteerism among seniors reached a 10-year high when they contributed 3 billion hours of service to others. The community gains from senior volunteers. Senior citizens gain from volunteering.
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5 Healthy Eating Tips for Seniors
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5 Healthy Eating Tips for Seniors. Cut Back on Salt Intake. Foods that are high in sodium can be detrimental to seniors dealing with high blood pressure. One way to avoid extra salt intake is to cut back on salting food at the table. If salt is needed, use it sparingly. Make Low Cholesterol Choices. Go Easy on Carbohydrates. Choose High Fiber Foods. To fend off constipation , load up on high fiber foods such as fresh vegetables, fresh fruits, and the aforementioned whole grains. Remember to drink plenty ...
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What is Respite Care and What Are the Benefits of It? Posted by Sherry Kizer. Need temporary relief from your caregiving duties? Want to go away on vacation with a friend or spouse? Then you need respite care. Respite care gives families a short break from their caregiving responsibilities, allowing them to get some much-needed ‘me’ time. With professional respite care, you don’t have to feel guilty when you need some time off. Your loved one is in good hands. 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments.
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Assisted Living, Continuing Care,. Day Care, Independent, Low Income,. Memory Loss, Skilled Nursing options. The following definitions, provided by MEDICARE, provide guidelines to the level of care an individual may need or desire;. However, MEDICARE allows each state to modify these definitions, and some facilities provide more or fewer services than federal guidelines list. They are listed in alphabetical order. Not by level of care provided. Continuing Care (Retirement Communities CCRCs):. Residents m...
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