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6 Brain Exercises to Boost Memory

Just as we need physical exercises to keep our bodies strong, we also need brain exercises to keep our brain strong. Of course, the key to any exercise program is finding something enjoyable! Here are six brain-boosting activities for seniors that are also a fun way to spend time...

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Occupational Therapy for Seniors Experiencing Memory Loss

For seniors facing a diagnosis that may impact their memory, often the initial concerns are personal: forgetting familiar faces, names of loved ones, and treasured memories...

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Physical therapy for seniors: A young therapist assists an elderly patient with exercises in a clinic room, focusing on improving mobility and strength

Physical Therapy for Seniors: When It’s Needed & How To Find It

Physical therapy is often associated with recovery from surgery or significant physical injury. But, physical therapy plays an important role in the overall health of seniors, particularly as it relates to maintaining independence and quality of life...

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Pumpkin muffins are a healthy fall food to add into your diet.

5 Fall Foods to Promote Healthy Aging

Autumn is here! As the leaves begin to change and the temperature starts to turn cooler, our seasonal food cravings begin to shift...

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A Holistic Health Plan to Boost Senior Immune Systems

Fall is here! In addition to dreaming about warm drinks and cozy blankets, it’s also the perfect time to be intentional about boosting one’s immune system — which only gets more important as we get older...

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Fall Prevention: Why Top-Tier Communities Make it a Top Priority

Why do the leaders in the senior living industry make fall prevention a top priority? Simply put: they can’t afford not to.Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death among adults age 65 and older, and, according to the Center for Disease Control, the age-adjusted fall death rate is increasing. 

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Goal-Oriented: The Benefits of Full-Time On-Site Therapy

For seniors, losing their ability to participate in activities they enjoy can be devastating, both mentally and emotionally. That is why rehabilitative therapy often has its biggest impact when it helps seniors strengthen those skills that let them return to doing the things they love. A goal-oriented approach to therapy can be vital to helping seniors refocus their priorities and live as independently as possible.

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Finding Balance: a Choose-Your-Own Adventure Story

Mr. Jones set his sights on winning the annual giant pumpkin competition at the state fair! He had hip replacement surgery in January and spent his recovery time planning his garden so he'd be ready to plant in the spring. With the daffodils in bloom, the sun shining, and the robins singing, Mr. Jones dusted off the wheelbarrow and grabbed his shovel!

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Hidden Joys: The Benefits of a Career in Senior Healthcare

Shari Youchoff didn’t start out in her career as an occupational therapist thinking she would work in a senior living community. But today, she couldn’t picture herself anywhere else. “The first time I held hands with a resident in their new ‘home’ environment,” Shari said, “the first time I made eye contact in those tearful moments, and spoke words of encouragement to help ease their discomfort, fear, and anxiety…that’s when I started feeling a connection with my residents that keeps me going every day.”

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