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…
A whopping 67 million Americans have high blood pressure. And those with high blood pressure are four times more likely to die from a stroke and three times more likely to die of heart disease. Almost all of us know someone who has been touched by heart disease. Some of it runs in families and…
Did you hear the one about the top three signs that you’re getting old? The first is loss of memory…and I can’t remember the other four. If you are a senior, it’s doubtful anyone needs to tell you that memory loss is no joke. But it’s always good to keep your sense of humor about…
One of the best ways to keep a sharp mind is to use it for things such as puzzle and riddle solving. Intellectual discussions are a great way to maintain knowledge gained through teaching, education, and reading. We know that the retirees at Discovery Village are springs of knowledge. Can you identify the source of…
Have you ever noticed your diet habits starting to slip during the winter? Maybe you blame the holidays, relatives in town, or being busy. However, wintertime is just as important as ever to stay on top of your eating. Eating right during the winter can help you maintain your weight, keep your health up, boost…
Whenever the seasons change, everyone braces for that “inevitable” seasonal cold. Whether it’s a common cold or the full-blown flu, you may feel as though you are bound to become sick every winter. As we age, it becomes more imperative to take extra precautions with our physical and mental health. Our available senior living programs…
A day at home is cozy and quiet – but some days you get the urge to stretch your legs and explore the world! Visiting somewhere new is exciting and stimulating, and can be very beneficial as we begin aging. For many seniors, exploring is just as important now as it ever has been, however…
If you spend any time in a senior living community, one thing you may realize is that many of the residents have been married for a long time. When we say “long time” we don’t mean 20-30 years; we mean 50, 60, or even 70 years. With the current divorce rate at about 50 percent,…