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Honouring Our Loved Ones in Aged Care, Retirement Living, and Disability Communities on Valentine's Day

Honouring Our Loved Ones in Aged Care, Retirement Living, and Disability Communities on Valentine's Day

Honouring Our Loved Ones in Aged Care, Retirement Living, and Disability Communities on Valentine's Day

For those living in aged care facilities, retirement living homes and with disabilities, Valentine's Day can be a reminder of the importance of companionship and support. In an environment where isolation is common, it can be difficult to find the courage and strength to continue to live a meaningful life despite the challenges they face.

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Preserve dignity and independence with simple safety devices

Preserve dignity and independence with simple safety devices
Remaining in your own home as you get older is a key factor in maintaining independence, but adaptations need to be made to ensure one's safety and security. For many, accessing home care services is the answer to their needs, for others some simple devices and innovations can be sufficient.

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The benefits of puzzles - keeping the mind active for the elderly

The benefits of puzzles - keeping the mind active for the elderly

Dementia advocacy groups advocate for older people to keep their minds active as an important preventative measure to the development of dementia or the acceleration of dementia. 

Studies over the years have backed this standpoint, with many different researchers finding that puzzles can stimulate the brain and keep older people sharp while also delaying the onset of memory loss.

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