How to Maintain Strength and Mobility At Home
As the body ages, strength and mobility can start to suffer. Maintain your mobility with these easy at-home exercises.
Read MoreHow to Cope With Social Isolation
Social isolation can be difficult to deal with, no matter your age or circumstances. It can be especially challenging, though.
Read MoreWhat You Need to Do to Stay Healthy
We all want to stay healthy. We also recognize that we can make choices that help us to feel better and can lower our chances of becoming sick, whether it’s paying attention to nutrition, including exercise in our routine, getting enough sleep, or scheduling regular visits with our doctor and listening to his or her…
Read MoreHow to Engage Generation Z With Music
Generation Z. You probably heard the term before, but maybe you’re not sure exactly who belongs to this generation. Or maybe you’re looking for a way to bridge the age gap and truly engage with younger family members. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be difficult. If you have family members who…
Read MoreWhat ICE Means and How to Use It
What comes to your mind when you see the acronym ICE? If you pay attention to current events, you may immediately think of Immigration and Customs Enforcement. That is probably the most common use for the term and is the first thing that appears if you enter it in a search on Google. However, when…
Read MoreFad Diets: What Seniors Need to Know
Fad diets may promise quick and easy weight loss, but are they good for your long-term health? Here’s what you need to know before you choose a weight loss plan.
Read More5 Simple Ways to Keep Your Memories Alive
We all cherish our happy memories and enjoy talking about them. However, for a person with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, reminiscing can be especially meaningful. This is because, as dementia progresses, recent memories deteriorate first. However, older memories are usually easier to access. When a person is given the opportunity to reflect on…
Read MoreWhy You Need to Get a Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy. If that word gives you a funny feeling in the pit of your stomach, you’re not alone. A feeling of dread for both the preparation and the procedure itself, causes many people to put off a colonoscopy. In general, it’s recommended that anyone over the age of 50 should schedule their first colonoscopy. However,…
Read MoreTough Choices – Home Care or Home Health?
As a person gets older, it may become necessary to receive some help in treating medical conditions or in living with certain physical limitations. Thankfully, many of these services can be provided right in the home, allowing many people to stay in their own homes rather than relocate to treatment or long-term care facilities. Many people have heard…
Read MoreReady for Retirement? This Retirement Planning Checklist from Davis Nursing Homes in Wilmington NC Can Help
Retirement can mean a dramatic change in lifestyle for many Americans. When it comes to making this transition, the better prepared you are for it, the more satisfying and comfortable you can expect your retirement to be. At Davis Community nursing homes in Wilmington NC, we want you to be fully prepared for your new…
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