1 in 3 adults in the U.S. serves as a caregiver, meaning they provide support to a loved one in need of assistance. While this is a very important role that can be tremendously rewarding, it’s also important to understand that caregiving can be physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding. Caregivers often put their own needs and desires aside while caring […]
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Under brilliant blue skies, scores of guests swayed last Friday evening to the swooning sounds of Wanda Houston and the ultra-talented HBH+T band. Resplendent summer picnics of fresh blueberry pies and crisp farmer market salads were punctuated by mesmerizing drum solos, clarinet riffs, and Wanda’s soaring vocals. Don’t miss their captivating arrangement of the 1927 classic, “Bye, Bye Blackbird” and please be
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Finding the right senior living community for you or a loved one can be intimidating, as we wrote in a recent blog post which you can read here. However, once you’ve gathered all your information and, narrowed down your list of communities that meet your needs, you’ll want to start touring communities to make sure it’s a good fit. Touring
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As we get older, our bodies don’t respond the way they used to. Sleep wrong and you have a stiff neck for a week. Reach for something on a shelf and you feel your shoulder make a weird noise. Bend over to grab something off the floor, and you throw out your back. The scenarios
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Despite summer’s soggy weather, we hope you have enjoyed a few bursts of sunshine! Outside activities have certainly been challenging, as we discovered when Sunday’s Michael Brown outdoor concert became an indoor concert. Scores of guests were regaled by Michael’s spirited performance and the opportunity to play percussion on a boisterous rendition of When the Saints Go Marching In. Don’t miss the
Whether you are starting the search for a senior living community for yourself or a loved one out of curiosity, a need has arisen, or you just want a plan in place, you’ve come to the right place. Reading this article is a great first step as you begin your search. Below are some simple tips to help you prepare for what’s
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Happy July 4th weekend! We hope you will be celebrating our nation’s 245th birthday with friends and family; how far we have come since last summer! Noble is festooned with American flags and patriotic red, white, and blue decorations at every turn, providing the perfect backdrop for our 4th of July champagne social and BBQ.
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Each year millions of adults over the age of 65 suffer a fall, and many end up sustaining serious injuries that negatively impact their functioning, mobility, and quality of life. In some situations, such as a broken hip, the injury could put them at increased risk of death. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that falls
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Did you know that as we age, we become less cautious about the effects of the sun on our skin and bodies? Many seniors think that since they haven’t gotten skin cancer yet, they won’t, and that it can take decades to develop. Mickey Mantle, the famous baseball player, died of cancer at the age of
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“Alexa, remind me to call Dr. Smith tomorrow to schedule a follow up appointment.” Smart home devices are no longer only for the tech advanced. Today, smart home devices help millions of Americans do everything from get the latest weather to help with homework! Smart home devices can offer many benefits to seniors as well
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