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Did you know that around 20% of the U.S. population is 65 years old and up?

With birth rates falling, this number will continue to grow moving forward. It’s never been more important for everyone to educate themselves on senior housing options. Whether you want to take the best care of your older parents or create your own plans, it’s never too soon to start researching.

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Did you know there are over 54 million Americans over 65? With an aging population, it’s critical to do what you can to help your loved ones stay healthy.

Being bored could prove hazardous to your health. In fact, people who are bored easily are more susceptible to anxiety, depression, loneliness, and isolation. However, with a list of fun fall activities for seniors you don’t have to risk boredom or your well-being.

Exercise can reduce your risk of depression, heart disease, diabetes, stroke, hypertension, and more. It’s also an effective defense against cognitive health decline. As a result, the CDC recommends adults over 65 get a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity a week.

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As people age, their muscles and joints lose strength and stability. Even healthy seniors can struggle with mobility and put themselves at risk for falls or other injuries. Physical therapy for seniors can prevent some of these problems and heal them after injuries happen.

Independence is important to every human being. In fact, psychological studies show that it is inextricably linked to feelings of self-worth across cultures. The challenge is that, as we get older, we become more dependent on others.

This can be due to physical or mobility limitations, or it can result from other challenges that force us to balance safety and security with a sense of independence.