An immune system is a complex group of bodily processes that help protect us from diseases. It does this by detecting threats that enter our bodies (such as viruses) and activating the relevant bodily defense mechanisms to combat these diseases. Our immune systems may weaken as we age, so it is essential to give it…
Mobility is your ability to get out and about using your own body. Walking to get your mail, cleaning your home, enjoying a day at the shopping mall with your family; your ability to perform tasks both small (like eating your own dinner) or large (painting your house) has immense effects on your social relationships…
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…
At Discovery Village At Dominion, our mission is for your loved ones to live an active lifestyle through our safe, curated exercise programs. However, they are highly susceptible to exercise injuries and if it happens, they may require a longer recovery process. Hence, we aim to promote injury prevention among them as they pursue a…
To many, the realization that one’s parents, spouse, or themselves may be developing symptoms of dementia is a terrifying idea. Roughly 50 million people worldwide have dementia, with 5-8% of the population aged 60 and above being diagnosed with dementia at any given time. Dementia does not just affect the patient but also poses new…
The benefits of assisted living for veterans are aplenty. After all, they have sacrificed much to serve the nation and some of their sacrifices might have cost them their regular way of living to take care of themselves and their spouses. Assisted living for veterans can ease the daily load of their life and make…
While exercising is healthy, not every exercise program is appropriate for dementia patients. At Discovery Village At Dominion, we provide yoga for dementia patients to enable them to enjoy a happier and higher quality of life. There are multiple benefits of yoga for dementia patients, whether physically, emotionally, or socially. Here are some of the…
Did you that your service as a member of the US armed forces makes you eligible for veteran discounts from shopping malls, stores, restaurants, and much more around the United States? As a thank you for your commendable service, we’ve compiled a list of discounts that are available today. All of these discounts are located…
Mixed dementia is a condition whereby a patient has more than one type of dementia-related condition. These conditions include Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, and/or Lewy body dementia. Some mixed dementia patients may even be affected by all three conditions. People above the age of 75 years old are more susceptible to mixed dementia. Regardless, patients…
Memory care facilities are designed specially to meet the specific needs of residents with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Care is personalized for each resident in a memory care community based on their level of memory loss. Staff that are specially trained in taking care of people living with dementia are also based in these facilities. If…