IRC Blog
Posted: Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Why diversity is important no matter our age and how to find it in Senior Living
Diversity plays an amazing role in life. It can expand our own small corner of the planet beyond what we could personally experience. Take a moment to consider all the unique people who have crossed your path and you might see how your world view changed.
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IRC Blog
Posted: Wednesday, June 24, 2020
Why those with dementia may wander and how to keep them home
It’s not uncommon for those living with dementia to wander. The Alzheimer’s Association estimates that 6 out of 10 people will wander and it can happen at any stage of the illness.
The biggest fear for caregivers is that their loved one may leave unnoticed and not be able to find their way back home. Although this behavior is a challenge, understanding why it may occur might provide clues to prevent it from happening. There are also steps families can take to increase safety.
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IRC Blog
Posted: Wednesday, June 17, 2020
The role Independent Living can play in our happiness
If you’re searching for how to be happy in retirement, the answer may be simpler than you think.
A study last year found that people who live in retirement communities are happier and sometimes healthier. Of those surveyed, over 50% of the residents said their quality of life was higher than a year ago. Of the nonresidents, only 19% said the same and more than one-third disagreed when asked if their quality of life had improved.
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IRC Blog
Posted: Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Can you decrease the risk of developing Alzheimer’s? Here are 5 steps that might help
If you’re a caregiver, family member or friend of someone with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, you’re likely very familiar with the toll that the cognitive illness can take. It’s also not uncommon if you find yourself considering whether you too might develop this disease or if there is anything you can do to decrease your risk.
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IRC Blog
Posted: Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Spring cleaning for the body and mind: a healthy self-assessment
As spring arrives, you may find yourself inspired to clean out closets and rethink everything you’ve been hanging onto. But it can also be a great time to take a second look at where you are physically and emotionally.
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