Our lives are busy, but such a simple word to keep present in our daily lives "mindfulness." Call a parent, help an elder with a chore, cook an extra meal and make that visit with your loved one. Your thoughtfulness will truly mean the world to them. Your mindfulness will fill your day with purpose [...]
It has been well documented that playing a musical instrument enhances cognitive skills such as memory and problem solving abilities, skills which may delay or prevent the onset of dementia symptoms later in life. For those who have not played an instrument, listening to music can also play an important role and improve the quality [...]
When dealing with dementia, patients and caregivers have many concerns and questions. Symptoms of dementia may include memory loss, disorientation, and changes in personality and behavior. What should we expect during the preliminary doctor's appointment? When calling for the first appointment with the primary care doctor, it is helpful to ask what to expect and [...]
Anchorage Senior Housing Presentation Take a look at our informative presentation that was presented by Baxter Senior Living Anchorage Senior Housing Presentation by Baxter Senior Living https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nF5-e_hOBPw If you'd like to download the pdf, please do so here >> Anchorage Senior Housing Presentation
Staying healthy throughout your life allows you to enjoy amazing activities, including hiking a local national park, to watching your children grow and mature into adults. You want to make your golden years a part of midlife, giving you 30 to 40 years of comfortable retirement. Health and wellness needs to be a core part [...]
Many Alaskan seniors are unhappy. Their social circle has fallen apart as friends succumbed to illness or moved away to retire. Often, they don’t think they can afford to go out and circulate. As a result, they sit alone in front of the television every day. However, there are ways to boost happiness and make [...]
When was the last time you wrote a letter to someone? I’m not talking about an e-mail, a re-tweet or replying to a friend’s status. I mean something you physically wrote and deposited into a mailbox. That’s right – no backspace key, no auto-correct, and you actually have to pay for the stamp. In an [...]
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According to what a popular saying states, life begins at 60 for all the retiring individuals. Senior Loved Ones love to remember one's glorious past and cherish all those wonderful memories that life has in store. However, every member of the senior community is not as fortunate. While some of them stay in the pink [...]
If you’re an Alaska Senior and approaching the decision to potentially down size your living space and move into a senior living community in Alaska or the surrounding Houston area, here are some great tips to make room for all the right things in your new home. […]
