Aging is an adjustment, but it is also a gift. To help seniors and their caregivers tackle the challenges that come with growing older and embrace the aging process, The Wesley Community regularly features expert advice and helpful tips in our Senior Strategies Blog.
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Are you wondering if it’s time for a senior loved one to move to assisted living? These 7 warning signs may help you make the decision. How do you know when it’s time for a senior loved one to move to an assisted living community? It’s a question many adult children have. Knowing when to […]
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If you are an older adult looking to increase your daily activity, this list of senior-friendly forms of exercise can help you get started. Exercise is important at every stage in life. As we grow older, however, remaining physically active helps us maintain flexibility, strength, balance, and range of motion. These are key to preventing […]
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Making an informed choice about assisted living starts with asking the right questions. This list will help you get started. Choosing to move to an assisted living community is a big decision for older adults and their loved ones. While there are a variety of benefits to making such a move, families often feel uncertain […]
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Estate planning is an important part of successful aging. You can learn more about two estate planning tools—wills and trusts—in this article. A will is a legal document adults of all ages typically need. They are especially important for seniors, who are more likely than younger adults to have accumulated significant assets. A will designates […]
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Are you wondering if changes you see in a senior loved one are normal signs of aging or something serious like Alzheimer’s? This article will help you learn more. The myths and misconceptions surrounding aging can make it difficult to distinguish the normal signs of a loved one growing older from changes that may signal […]
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If you are searching for senior care for a loved one, this information from The Wesley Community will help you learn more about in-home care and assisted living. When a senior in the family starts to require extra assistance, their loved ones are often unsure what type of senior care is the best solution. It’s […]
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Staying active is one of the best ways to thrive during the winter months. These seven senior-friendly fitness activities are worth considering. Winter can be tough if you live in a cold climate like Saratoga Springs. Before the season is over, a senior may find that a mild case of cabin fever is turning in […]
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Early onset Alzheimer’s is a form of the disease that strikes people as young as 40. Learn more about it and the common signs. If you’re like most people, you think of a senior citizen when the topic of Alzheimer’s comes up. It’s true that the disease most commonly strikes older adults. What’s not true, […]
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If you are struggling to navigate the maze of senior care options, this overview and tips for talking with an older adult will help. Families often spend more quality time together during the holiday season, sometimes for the first time in months. It gives them an opportunity to catch up and enjoy one another’s company. […]
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Holiday activities that include several generations provide solid bonding opportunities. Use these ideas to plan activities for your family’s holiday gatherings. The holidays are a time of year families often spend together. If you will be hosting a celebration that involves multiple generations of your family, planning intergenerational activities will give everyone a chance to […]
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