Play isn’t just for kids; it’s a part of staying active and engaged at every stage of life. Incorporating play into daily routines can lead to profound physical, mental, and emotional benefits for seniors. This includes improving cardiovascular health, supporting cognitive function, and fostering relationships with others. At Arcadia at Limerick Pointe, we believe in […]
Driving can be a liberating experience, offering freedom and independence. But as we age, maintaining safety on the road becomes even more important. We need to acknowledge the natural changes that occur with aging and adapt our driving habits accordingly. Some practical tips to help ensure safe driving for older adults, along with ways to […]
Exploring the great outdoors is an excellent way to stay active and appreciate the beauty of nature. Enjoying accessible tours of national parks is a unique opportunity to experience the wonders of nature in a safe and comfortable environment tailored to your needs. Some of the best National Park tours in the eastern USA include: […]
Exploring the great outdoors is an excellent way to stay active and appreciate the beauty of nature. Enjoying accessible tours of national parks is a unique opportunity to experience the wonders of nature in a safe and comfortable environment tailored to your needs. Some of the best National Park tours in the eastern USA include: […]
Volunteering has numerous benefits, including improved physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. The best part is that you can volunteer and see benefits from doing so at any age. Some of the great programs and organizations older adults can volunteer for in their community include: Charities State and national parks Animal shelters Food delivery services Foster […]
Dementia is a progressive condition that impairs communication and reasoning abilities. Caring for a loved one with dementia requires experience in calming them and finding strategies to adapt their way of living. Sundowning is an extension of dementia symptoms that can worsen as the sun goes down and throughout the night. It’s often characterized by […]
When it comes to memory impairment, it can be difficult to manage alone. Typically, conditions like dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other forms of memory impairment can lead to the need for specialized care. This is when memory care communities come into play—residential communities specifically set up to combat the complications caused by memory impairment. Here at […]
Many people love a good book. A good story can grab your attention, letting the hours go by as you read. Whether reading with friends or for self-care, picking up a book can benefit your quality of life. The benefits of reading are often understated, especially as you age. Reading can improve memory, among other […]
It’s a sad fact, but many older adults with dementia have an impaired ability to think, remember, and make decisions. Besides these cognitive changes, loved ones with dementia can also present psychological changes. Anxiety, agitation, paranoia, and mood swings are common behavioral and personality changes in dementia. Memory care in senior living communities offers research-based […]
Caring for a loved one with memory loss can be challenging, especially if you start noticing them lose interest in their surroundings. Thankfully there are tools, such as music, that can help improve their mood and create an atmosphere for social connections. Music, according to researchers, stimulates many parts of the brain at the same […]
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