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Essential guide to shopping for golden age outfits in 2024

Shopping for clothes as an older adult can sometimes feel like a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be. With...

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Providing Proper Nutrition and Meals Makes a Difference

Ensuring memory care residents are properly fed with plenty of nutritious options may often be overlooked in memory care facilities....

The best social media sites for seniors: A guide to staying connected and engaged

In today’s digital age, social media is not just a playground for the young but a vital tool for seniors...

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National Date Your Mate Month: How Love and Remarriage Affect Seniors and Their Adult Children

Dating and remarrying later in life doesn’t necessarily get easier as you age. Here’s what seniors (and their adult children) should know as they’re considering remarrying...

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Best social activities for older adults: stay connected and engaged

Socializing is vital at any age, but for older adults, it's a key to enriching life, enhancing well-being, and staying mentally and physically...

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Enhancing family connections in memory care: A core mission at Magnolia Trails

Families are a key—and often overlooked—part of the resident experience in memory care centers. In our Magnolia Trails communities, we...

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Transform Your Senior Living Apartment Into An Oasis During National Decorating Month

It’s time to celebrate National Decorating Month. It doesn’t matter how big or small your space is at your senior living community. You can add your personal touch to make you...

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Express Yourself: Art Therapy Becoming Important Part of Communication, Connection for Seniors

For many seniors, art therapy is playing an important role in how they communicate and connect with the world. Even if they have never picked up a paintbrush before, this form of...

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Senior Living vs. In-Home Care: What are the Benefits of Making A Move

Choosing whether to make the move to an Independent Living, Assisted Living or Memory Care community or hire an in-home caregiver takes consideration and a family effort. What are...

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