Focusing on Brain Health: Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
An estimated 6.9 million people in the United States aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s disease. Since June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, it’s the ideal time to talk about this disease and ways to potentially reduce the risk of its development. Keep reading to learn about signs and symptoms, how to spread awareness, and tips for focusing on brain health. Alzheimer’s and Dementia Alzheimer’s is a disease that initially …
Read PostArthritis Awareness: Ideas for Managing Pain
While most common in older adults, arthritis is not an inevitable part of the aging process and can affect people of all ages. Because May is Arthritis Awareness Month, now is the perfect time to talk about this chronic condition. And for those affected by arthritis, we also want to highlight some movement and dietary ideas that can help manage joint pain, inflammation, and stiffness. Facts About Arthritis Rather than one single ailment, …
Read PostNational Garden Month: Health Benefits of Gardening for Seniors
After a long winter, spring is finally in the air. Minnesotans are anxious to get outside for picnics, walks, and yard projects. And many are thinking about what to grow in their gardens this year—flowers, vegetables, herbs, or all of those. Soon, residents in our Southview Senior Communities will be tending to the garden beds we cultivate each year, growing a variety of plants. To celebrate National Garden Month, we want to highlight …
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