Your teeth can last a lifetime with proper home care and regular dental checkups. No matter what your age, you can keep your teeth and gums healthy by brushing twice a day, flossing daily and seeing your dentist regularly for professional cleanings and checkups. A senior living community can help you maintain your oral health…
DetailsFor many residents at Discovery Village at Stuart retirement communities in Florida, one of the best things in life is where they live. For people living on a fixed income, which includes most seniors, it is always good to consider whether the best things in life are free of charge and available to anyone, no…
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Your doctor may have told you that you should get an annual physical. Almost 45 million Americans do – and that number is even higher for seniors. And of course, aging often leads to aches, pains, and illnesses that send you to the clinic more often than that. The “annual physical rule” has recently come…
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The health of our residents is a top consideration at Discovery Village at Deerwood retirement communities in Florida. We provide foods and activities specifically for the purpose of promoting good health. Our residents are also encouraged to follow their doctors’ orders, and there are some symptoms that physicians almost universally agree should not be ignored.…
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As the aging process progresses, many seniors require more specialized, personalized care. For many individuals, activities of daily living, such as medication management and personal hygiene, become difficult to manage on one’s own. To cater to these individuals’ needs, assisted living for seniors programs are designed to provide ongoing supervision and professional care based around…
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If you are considering moving to a senior living community, you might be confused about the different options. Assisted living for seniors is a program that many communities offer, but you might not know exactly what it entails. Whether the decision falls on the individual or family members, it’s never an easy one. Myths and…
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If you are contemplating having a loved one move to a community dedicated to assisted living for seniors, you likely wonder what the experience will be like for them. There are several benefits associated with assisted living for seniors to keep in mind while you hunt for the perfect community for your loved one to…
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It is a question that many adult children need to ask. When does my parent need assisted living? Is it still safe for them to remain at home? Asking this question means you have some concern about whether or not your loved one needs help. Our team at Discovery Village At Stuart can provide you…
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If you have an aging parent, making the decision to seek out assisted living care can be difficult. Transitioning a parent away from independent living into a supervised care community often comes with emotional challenges that are difficult to navigate. And in many cases, the signs that an aging parent requires specialized care may not…
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If you have an aging parent, you may have been worried about what your options are if they are unable to care for themselves. Whether your parent is struggling with home maintenance, personal hygiene, medication management, or simply moving around, you can find help in a senior living community that offers assisted living. Knowing when…
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