As a family member of someone showing signs of cognitive decline, being aware of the signs of progressing dementia and the special care options that are available can significantly affect your loved one’s quality of life. People with dementia experience a wide range of symptoms, and their needs progress at different rates. If your loved …
If a move to a senior living community is in the plans for you or a senior loved one in 2021, you may be wondering where to begin. Packing and moving are always big jobs, so if you’re heading to a smaller space, it’s a good idea to start early. These downsizing tips for seniors …
Aging in place is a retirement dream many seniors consider, and for some, it’s a decision that works out well. For others, the quality of life that results from remaining at home is less than ideal. Leaving the home you know and love is an emotional proposition, and the idea of living in a retirement …
If you delay choosing your future home until you need the services of a continuing care retirement community, you may miss out on some incredible experiences. Not only does selecting a senior living community early give you and your family members peace of mind about your future, but it can also give you the chance …
It’s difficult to watch the news these days without hearing senior living COVID-19 myths. At Querencia, we frequently talk to older adults considering a move to a senior living community about these misconceptions. We’re offering the following information to help clarify what is true and what is a myth about the coronavirus and the senior …
Spending more time indoors? It doesn’t have to be boring. Engaging in interesting pastimes is important for everyone, but finding indoor activities for older adults that enrich and enliven well-being is especially important. Keeping your mind occupied and your spirits high will repay you in lots of ways. You’ll see the emotional benefits of keeping …
How to Be a Long-Distance Grandparent Different ZIP codes. Distant shores. These are the challenges to staying in touch and staying connected for every long-distance grandparent. Today, the mobile American family puts grandparents and grandchildren in different states, or even on different continents. No one is born knowing how to be a long-distance grandparent. A …
Stress and anxiety are potentially corrosive factors in people of any age. But when it comes to seniors and stress, there’s a particularly troublesome Catch-22: The more you stress, the more vulnerable you become to illness, because stress can dampen your immune response. How can we help reduce stress and anxiety in seniors? One way …
It’s widely known and generally accepted that exercise and staying active are good for you. But with our mobility limited by stay-at-home orders and the need to maintain social distance, finding exercises seniors can do at home with little or no equipment takes some thought. But staying active at home can be done, and it’s …
Texas Hill Country offers a special allure for retirees looking for a vibrant and culture-filled lifestyle coupled with an abundance of natural beauty. It’s where rural and urban living meets down-home Texas charm. Why retire in Texas Hill Country? The better question to ask is, “Why not?” This famed region of Central Texas is made …
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