Walking through the main entrance of Embury Apartments, one can’t help but notice the thriving container garden that brightens the portico. You’ll usually see residents sitting a safe distance apart and chatting, while enjoying the colorful plants and flowers. The garden is the handy work of eight year Embury Apartments resident, Harold Burditt. Thanks to […]
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Relationships with Seniors enrich our lives. Here are proven ways to build connections through conversations. Friendships with older adults provide perspective and encouragement, in addition to hard-earned wisdom for the journey. But sometimes generational differences feel like divisions. Do you struggle to find common ground on which to begin conversations with Seniors? Try these 3 […]
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As the calendar turns to a new year, we have suggestions to help busy caregivers manage stress and stay healthy. Caregivers have busy, often stressful lives even in the best of times. Taking on the role of caring for a senior loved one is rewarding, but rarely easy. For those who have been a caregiver […]
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Alzheimer’s caregivers face unique challenges. The stress can be especially difficult during the holidays. These tips can help. Being a caregiver for a senior who has Alzheimer’s disease can be exhausting. While it is a labor of love for most, juggling the complex needs of an adult with memory loss is stressful. Add in a […]
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The myths about aging are endless. Breaking the worst of them can help temper common fears about growing older. People fear many things about getting older. For some it is the idea of relying on others for assistance. That loss of independence looms large for many. Others fear they will develop memory loss or find […]
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Is adopting a senior pet the right decision for you or an older loved one? Here are a few things to consider. To live a meaningful life, it’s essential to have someone who counts on you and offers you emotional support in return. For many of us, pets fulfill that role. They are a source […]
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Learn more about Medicare open enrollment and how to make the most of this annual event, including tips for locating plans near you. Are you ready for Medicare open enrollment? Fall is the time for Medicare-eligible seniors to make changes to their current coverage. This open enrollment period extends from October 15 to December 7 […]
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Lifestyle helps determine how healthy your heart is. In honor of World Heart Day, we share 7 steps you can take to better protect your heart. Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. Despite the many advances in detection and treatment, cardiac-related illnesses contribute to an estimated one in four deaths in this […]
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The thought of leaving your home, or moving an aging loved one out of their home and into an assisted living community, can spark a lot of conflicted feelings. At Woodlawn Commons assisted living community in Saratoga, we help families work through the process by encouraging them to take the emotion out of the decision […]
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