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Benefits of Living in a Community that Provides the Full Continuum of Services

March 29th, 2015

by Driving through the retirement community of Lutheran Sunset Ministries, you wouldn’t think it was anything more than an upscale neighborhood. This neighborhood, composed of Rainbow Retirement Community’s intricate assortment of independent living residences, College Hill’s assisted living and a beautiful Health Center, Sunset Home, makes for a picture perfect full continuum of care. Communities… Read More

20 Books to (Re-)Read at 50

March 22nd, 2015

by By Mike Hammer for Next Avenue Have some time on your hands? This list of 20 great books is a good way to raise your literary IQ. It’s by no means the “definitive” list, but each of these masterpieces is at least as relevant and powerful today as when it was written…. Read More

How Can I Pay for Assisted Living?

March 15th, 2015

by As you weigh senior care options, cost is likely a top factor. Depending on the care you or your loved one needs, assisted living could be much more affordable than nursing home care or long-term, in-home care. If you or your loved one does not need close medical attention, assisted living might be your… Read More

What’s Causing Your Leg Pain, Burning and Numbness?

March 8th, 2015

by Leg discomfort can knock you off your feet for a variety of reasons — but it should never be ignored. By Winnie Yu for Next Avenue Aching calves, burning legs, numbness in the feet — pain and discomfort in the lower extremities is a common complaint that sends many of us to our doctors… Read More

Art at Any Age

March 1st, 2015

by Two canvas paintings have been displayed behind Deb Phinney’s desk at the Bosque Arts Center (BAC) in Clifton, Texas for a few weeks now. As the program director for the BAC, Ms. Phinney regularly has visitors in her office. She’s lost count of the people who’ve asked her about the watercolor and acrylic creations on… Read More

5 Foods That Will Bring Your Blood Pressure Down

February 22nd, 2015

by By Janet Bond Brill, Ph.D. for Next Avenue High blood pressure, also known as “the silent killer,” is an epidemic in our nation. It typically has no warning signs or symptoms, and many people don’t realize they have it, which is why we must all get it checked regularly. Over time, unaddressed elevated blood… Read More

Considering Comfort Care

February 16th, 2015

by Even with progresses in medical technology and care, the fact remains that our bodies do not live forever. In each person’s life there comes a time when our bodies begin to fail, whether due to natural progression of age or a chronic illness. This may be a time when you and your family… Read More

Are Your Loved One’s Dementia Symptoms Reversible?

February 8th, 2015

by By Gary Drevitch, Next Avenue Among the myriad ways my kids have it better than me: As a child, I had only two grandparents, one of whom died when I was still very young. But my kids, at least the older two, were born with a full complement of grandmas and grandpas, plus a… Read More

Myth Busting: Aging and Exercise

February 1st, 2015

by Regardless of your age or your current physical condition, you can benefit from exercise. From those who are healthy to those who are managing an illness or an injury, exercising can help to align both physical and mental health. Physical activity does not have to require strenuous workouts to reap the benefits; you must… Read More

When Should You Seek More Family Help?

January 25th, 2015

by Primary caregivers need to know it’s alright to ask for help. If you are like most caregivers, the tasks and responsibilities that come with caring for an aging parent or loved one — running errands, odd jobs around the house, transportation to social events or doctor’s appointments, paying bills, being on call 24/7 — creep up… Read More

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