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Losing a Loved One to Alzheimer’s Disease

September 20, 2023

Alzheimer’s Disease How does one define loss? Is it the passing of a friend or loved one? Loss could be knowing a loved one’s presence has been altered, perhaps to a diagnosis such as Alzheimer’s Disease. Experts refer to Alzheimer’s Disease as “the long goodbye.” Loved ones continue life, but those with Alzheimer’s Disease are […]

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Elderly Nutrition: Maintaining a Healthy Diet in Golden Years

September 12, 2023

Elderly Nutrition is important, and proper nutrition is important at every age. Adopting a well-balanced nutritional diet, rich in essential vitamins, antioxidants, and nutrients boosts the immune system, prevents the risk of Heart Disease, and helps the brain to function. As we age, meals become challenging, and not just because of the food on our […]

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Benefits of Staying Active for Seniors

September 7, 2023

Healthy minds and bodies are a result of staying active and engaged. Ask yourself if you or your loved one are truly committed to being active or has it simply been a longtime goal. Are you exercising every day? If not, why not? As we age, there is an increased chance of being overweight, sedentary […]

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Intergenerational Connections: Building Relationships with Younger Generations

August 24, 2023

“Connections between generations are essential for the mental health and stability of a nation.” Margaret Mead was deeply aware of the importance of past, present, and future possibilities. We have a need for all, regardless of age, to connect with each other. The Legacy Project offers information impacting all generations and highlights how historically, families […]

Lifelong Learning

August 16, 2023

Our brains are the largest organs in the body. Weighing only three pounds brains control intelligence, interpret senses, initiate body movement, and control behavior. The aging process has most Seniors well aware of changes in these functions. The National Institute on Aging states forgetting words or names, difficulty with multitasking, and a mild decrease in […]

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Senior Volunteering: Making a Difference in Your Community

August 10, 2023

Retirees are extremely lucky. Why? One, they have time on their hands. Two, having had many experiences, Seniors are equipped to make contributions to a community. Three, they are presented with multiple volunteering options. Twenty-five percent of volunteers in America are over the age of sixty-five with Seniors being the backbone of building communities. Communities […]

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