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Benefits of Gardening for Seniors

Senior man and woman planting two plants in pots

There’s something wonderfully satisfying about watching a plant grow from a seed (or a seedling) to a full-fledged, thriving plant. With the right amount of sunlight, enough water to drink, and some love and care, you can help a plant reach its full potential. If you’re curious …

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How to Make a Family Cookbook

Senior woman and middle-aged woman cooking together, smiling

For those who love to cook (as well as those who love to eat), there is an indescribable joy in watching a recipe get passed down from generation to generation. Perhaps you grew up eating your grandma’s famous pierogi. Then one day, your father taught you how …

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Signs of Depression in Seniors

Senior woman drinking coffee near window

Everyone has a bad day here or there. However, sometimes we have more bad days than we’d hope, and we’re not sure why. If you’ve been feeling blue a little more often than you’d like, it’s a good idea to learn about the signs of depression in …

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The Climate in Greenville, SC

Downtown Greenville SC

From the rolling green hills to the great local culture, there’s a lot to appreciate about Greenville. One of the best things about living here is the weather. If you want to live in a place where you can enjoy the seasons and get outdoors, you’ll love …

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What Is Memory Care?

Older woman looking at photo album with senior woman, smiling

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, some 5.5 million Americans were thought to have dementia in 2014. That number is expected to rise to nearly 14 million in 2060. Interestingly, dementia isn’t a specific disease. It’s a general term for when impairments in thinking, …

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Staying Active in Winter

Senior woman doing crunches on yoga mat indoors

Even the most active adults might struggle to get moving once winter hits. Winter’s cold days, long nights, and gloomy snow showers can make staying on the couch all day a very tempting prospect. Fortunately, staying active in winter is easier than you might think. Read on …

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Posture Exercises for Seniors

Smiling senior woman in sweater, plain background

When you were younger, did a teacher ever tell you to sit up straight? It turns out that’s good advice in your golden years, too! Posture is more important to your health than you might realize. Read on to learn why, and how posture exercises for seniors …

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Benefits of Yoga for Seniors

Senior woman in park, sitting cross-legged, smiling, hands positioned on knees

With its long history, it’s easy to make the argument that yoga has a timeless appeal. The Good Body reports that there’s believed to be about 36 million yoga practitioners just in the United States and some 300 million practitioners around the globe. Are there benefits of …

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What Is Lifelong Learning?

Close-up of senior reading cross-legged on autumn leaves

Learning isn’t something that you stop doing when the school doors swing shut behind you. It’s a powerful skill that smart people harness and make use of throughout their lives. What is lifelong learning good for? As Valamis reports, there are several benefits. Learning a new skill …

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Care Package Ideas for Seniors

Smiling senior woman opening cardboard box

Popularity can have consequences. Proprietary eponyms are proof of that. As Wiktionary explains, a proprietary eponym is a trademark that is used to refer to an entire generic type of item. If you’ve ever dubbed any old hook-and-loop fastener Velcro or requested a facial tissue by asking …

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