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Close but Independent: Elder Cottages Offer Novel Older Adult Living Arrangement
,A new housing alternative is hitting the scene for older adults looking to retire. Elder cottages are a new living arrangement where the individual and…
Time Flies When You’re Having Fun: Insight from Centenarians
,Aging is often seen as time of decline, complicated by challenges like depression, loneliness, dementia, and functional impairments. As older adults live longer, there is…
Mindfulness, Pensions & Life Satisfaction: More Connected Than They Seem?
,Life satisfaction can be affected by not only psychosocial factors such as mental health and loneliness, but also systemic factors such as financial resources and…
No More Mr. Lonely: How Sense of Purpose Protects against Loneliness in Older Adults
,Researchers from Washington University in St. Louis have found evidence that, for older adults, having a sense of purpose in life can act as a…
“Successful Agers”: Better Aging through Social Participation
,Getting involved in social activities can promote well-being, prevent loneliness, and keep you connected to your community. Social participation is especially important as you get…
Sweet Dreams: Artificial Intelligence Offers Promise in Sleep Apnea Diagnostics
,Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been making plenty of news recently. But now it is making news in a new way. McKnight’s Senior Living is reporting…
“Shall We Dance?” The Impact of Dance Classes on Depression in Older Adults
,Dance classes are not only fun, but they may also benefit your well-being. A dance class may improve your physical fitness, cognitive functioning, and mood,…
How Does Your Garden Grow? Testing Horticultural Therapy’s Effects on Depression in Older Adults
,A new study is combining the unique effectiveness of horticultural therapy with depression found in older adults. On its own, horticultural therapy has been widely…
Taking Note on How Music Impacts the Aging Brain
,Although music has been acknowledged as a form of therapy, the mechanisms for which music benefits the aging process is unclear. Scientists know that parts…
Walking for Wellness: How Taking Walks with a Companion Could Reduce Loneliness
,Research has found that greater loneliness is associated with a higher risk for health challenges such as cardiovascular disease or poor mental health. Given that…
Homesharing Services: Matching Older Adult Hosts & Renters
,As older adults create their own unique ways to age during their retirement years, a new trend amongst older adults is making its appearance. Dwell…
Surfin’ the Web May Keep Dementia at Bay
,In an interesting turn of events, researchers from New York University are positing that regular internet use may be linked to lower dementia risks in…