Articles about Senior Living
A popular quote asserts: “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.” But is that really true? After all, everyone ages differently, and lifestyles play a significant factor. You have probably seen YouTube videos or read stories about some 85-year-old phenom triathlete or marathon runner who seems to […]
An active lifestyle is one of the pillars of good health, so it should come as no surprise that as we age, exercise remains one of the most important aspects of our life. But staying active is easier said than done in the face of health problems that tend to develop and mount in our […]
Dr. Melba Hernandez-Tejada and her team at the Elder Abuse Assessment Training and Mental Health Services Program of the College of Nursing at the Medical University of South Carolina have conducted research on elder abuse for more than a decade. Their groundbreaking research on national and state levels has been funded by grants from the […]
Choosing the right people to help care for loved ones or the right place to retire can be a daunting task and one that many more people are faced with as they live longer. While there are a variety of retirement living options around Charleston, one community has been developed exclusively for adults 55 and […]
The golden years are usually spent planning trips, clocking more time on the golf course and perhaps finally organizing that book club. More often than not, later years are also sprinkled with more visits to health care professionals. But if you want to truly enjoy life post-retirement, keeping your health in check is key. Seniors […]
If you seek the best assisted living community for your loved one, look no further than Ashley Landing. Located in North Charleston, this full-service community combines the comforts of home with daily conveniences and medical services that meet the needs of all residents. Matthew Baker, the executive director at Ashley Landing, shared what’s at the […]