Urban senior living communities have seen a significant shift in recent years, with a growing focus on providing residents with holistic and fulfilling lifestyles. One such approach that has gained recognition recently is gardening. Gardening is a physically engaging...
Seniors can experience a loss of mental functions for several reasons. Just as the body benefits from physical exercises, the mind also heals through cognitive activities. In fact, research shows that games reduce seniors’ cognitive impairment risk by 22%. This...
As people age, it can be easy to feel a lack of purpose, contributing to depression and anxiety. The ripple effect that giving back to the community can have on seniors’ mental health often gets overlooked. Participating in volunteer work or their community...
Here’s a startling reality that we’re facing: as our world experiences rising temperatures year after year, the sizzling heat of summer is no longer limited to its traditional season and boundaries. From spring to fall, we find our communities blanketed by...
As people age, loneliness can become a growing concern. Senior citizens, in particular, are more susceptible to isolation, since they may have lost loved ones, friends, and mobility. Despite the potential consequences, there are a number of steps that can be taken to...
As much as we would love to deny it, aging is an inevitable part of anyone’s life. Aging impacts both the physical and mental health of an individual. With increasing age, it is common to develop a fear of being excluded or ignored by the younger generations. This is...
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