Dogs, cats, and animals of all kinds make the best friends. They know the secrets to a good life are love, some tasty treats, going for walks, and taking naps. Your home would be incomplete without their wisdom. National Pet Month is a time to celebrate the furry, feathery, and sometimes scaly friends we share […]
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Weatherford seniors Norman “Bud” and Delores N. are still in love after 60 years of marriage. The couple celebrated their relationship with a special vow renewal at West Fork at Weatherford on Saturday, April 16. Celebrating a Special Day The couple’s children James and Joni — along with fellow residents, friends, and family members —
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At Civitas Senior Living, we’re not just passionate about providing the best in senior care and enjoyment. We seek to change how the world thinks about senior living by ensuring those who call us work or home have a life filled with love, fun, and fulfillment. Our days are spent making those we serve feel
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Senior living is a community for lovers. Civitas Senior Living communities across the country invite you to celebrate love with some of our heartwarming stories of endearment, adoration, and devotion. These are a few examples of everlasting love in our communities, from senior independent living in Texas to assisted living in Cape Coral, Florida. Love
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The mental and physical benefits of gardening for seniors are well-documented. There’s just something special about working with fresh soil, sunlight, and water to bring a seed or seedlings to maturity, and the joy that comes from harvesting your work, be it a freshly cut vase of flowers, fragrant spices, or fresh vegetables. Many seniors
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Understanding When Specialized Care Becomes the Right Step There often comes a moment when families realize memory loss has progressed beyond what can be managed at home. It can be hard to accept that a loved one needs more care, especially when the changes in memory, communication, and behavior become more noticeable. This turning point
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Active relaxation techniques for the elderly can reduce stress, improve sleep patterns, and combat the depression and anxiety often associated with memory loss. Members of Civitas communities have access to a range of active relaxation techniques, which offer chances to socialize, build friendships, and learn new skills. What Is Active Relaxation? Relaxation can be either
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The old saying goes that a dog is a man’s best friend, but pets of all types can fill our hearts and fill our days with purpose and joy. If you consider adopting a pet as a senior, you can experience rich emotional rewards and multiple health benefits. Mental Health Benefits of Owning a Dog
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As a caregiver for someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s, you’ve likely noticed patterns in their behavior throughout the day, leading you to wonder, what is sundowner’s syndrome? Sundowning is a common phenomenon where confusion, agitation, and behavioral changes intensify during late afternoon and evening hours as daylight fades. These changes affect individuals in mid-to-late stages
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After years of dealing with the stresses of homeownership, downsizing to an apartment can be an exciting change. No more worrying about those swaying trees close to the powerline in your backyard. That mounting pile of odds and ends in the basement? Forget them. With only one or two rooms to manage, you can alleviate
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