The Loneliness Crisis Facing Older Adults Loneliness among older adults has become one of the most pressing public health concerns in the country. AARP reports that seniors who experience chronic isolation face heightened risks for heart disease, depression, and dementia — risks the National Institute on Aging traces directly to the physical and cognitive toll […]
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Most people love retirement. Recent research from Money reveals that the majority of retirees report feeling happier after leaving the workforce. However, the data also shows that 8% of retirees report being less happy. The main reason comes from loneliness. The difference between thriving and merely surviving retirement often comes down to one question: What
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January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. That means your New Year’s resolutions should include a visit to the optometrist. Glaucoma is often called the “silent thief of sight” for good reason. According to the CDC, 50 percent of people with glaucoma don’t know they have it. By the time most people notice symptoms, permanent vision damage
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Texas offers something unique in the retirement landscape: diverse options that fit nearly any lifestyle or budget. From quiet Hill Country towns where neighbors still know each other by name to vibrant urban communities with world-class amenities, the best cities to retire in Texas provide choices that other states simply cannot match. Why Texas ranks
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When researching care options, many families assume “nursing home” and “skilled nursing facility” mean the same thing. Others confuse these medical facilities with senior living communities. Understanding these distinctions is crucial when selecting the right care for your loved one. Here’s what creates confusion: nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities both provide medical care, but
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How to Stay Strong as You Age: Civitas and Select Rehabilitation Summer is a time for celebration — sunny walks, garden chats, and outdoor events with friends and family. But are you or your loved one strong enough to enjoy it all? For many older adults, the warm months highlight what they’re missing out on.
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What better way to celebrate Independence Day than offering an extra meaningful morning for two of Arabella of Athens’ newest residents? Every 4th of July, the Thunder Over East Texas Air Show is the talk of Athens, Texas. Which is why Memory Care Coordinator Lisa Pelligra thought it was the perfect opportunity to show some
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Every year on the summer solstice, the Alzheimer’s Association marks The Longest Day, a national fundraiser that rallies individuals and organizations to raise money for care, support, and research. Communities across the country participate with activities that bring people together around a shared purpose: to end Alzheimer’s. This year, Arabella of Athens joined the effort
Ellen baking her famous cookies at Arabella of Athens — a sweet moment that shows how memory care can support lifelong passions. For years, Ellen E. was known around Malakoff for one simple thing: her chocolate chip cookies. People from her church, First Baptist Malakoff, and across her neighborhood came to expect them at nearly
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Bre Holcomb has lived most of her life connecting with older adults in senior living communities. As a small girl, she ran the hallways, volunteering for activities in the summer and on weekends in the retirement home her mother managed. Bre fell in love with the stories the residents told her and the wisdom they
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