Seniors and pets go together like peanut butter and jelly. Like soup and sandwich. Like horse and carriage. But just like that horse needs to stay lean and fit to pull the carriage, your pet needs to stay fit to remain healthy. More than 50 percent of the cats and dogs in the U.S. are…
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Have you ever felt so sick that you knew you should see a doctor but felt too crummy to get out of bed and go? Well, it’s not just physical ailments that can make you feel this way. Depression can be like that too. Depression is becoming more and more common these days – and…
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Memory care is a type of senior living program that is designed for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory issues. This type of care involves keeping the mind sharp and engaged. When someone ages, they often experience memory loss. This could escalate over time, making it more and more difficult for the person to…
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You may have seen in recent headlines or news reports that actress Rita Wilson says getting a second medical opinion may have saved her life. The 58-year-old who is married to Tom Hanks recently had a double mastectomy based on a second (and later a third and tie-breaking) diagnosis of breast cancer. Believe it…
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Everyone struggles with changes as they get older. Sometimes, we need more help in managing those needs over time. What is memory care? Is it the right type of care for your unique needs? This really depends on your specific goals and health needs. At Discovery Village At Stuart, we offer a range of benefits…
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Once you decide that it is time for your parents to move to an independent living community, the work definitely begins. It involves determining what your parents like and need, where they want to live, and, ultimately, if they feel comfortable in that setting. To help navigate the waters, here are some questions to ask…
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As they age, many people require a more specialized level of personal care due to challenges associated with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. At Discovery Village At Westchase, residents who require such care participate in our deeply personalized, exclusive memory care program, SHINE® Memory Care. If you’re considering enrolling an aging loved one in…
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Giving up the family home and moving to a senior community can be one of the hardest things for a senior to do – especially if they’ve lived there a long time. Any house gets filled with stuff over time. But that last house before downswing? It’s filled with memories. Once the kids are grown,…
DetailsCUTLINES: Newly opened Discovery Village At Sandhill aims to raise key funding in partnership with The Honor Flight Network, to send vets to visit Washington, DC memorials recognizing their service and sacrifices. COLUMBIA, SC [July 9, 2019] – Discovery Village At Sandhill will be hosting its Sail Away Charity Event, with proceeds benefiting The Honor…
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Discovery Village At Sandhill will open on June 10, and the state-of-the-art, new construction community will officially welcome home “Charter Members” as its very first residents. Bonita Springs, FL, June 11, 2019 – Discovery Senior Living announces Grand Opening of Columbia, South Carolina’s newest, state-of-the-art Active Independent Senior Living community, Discovery Village At Sandhill. “Charter…
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