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Symptoms of Parkinson’s doesn’t always mean they have the disease It can be scary to see your older adult getting shaky or having trouble moving around. Before thinking that they might have Parkinson’s, check to see if their symptoms could be caused by medication side effects. We explain what Parkinson’s disease is, what types of… Continue reading COULD YOUR SENIOR’S MEDICATIONS CAUSE SYMPTOMS OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE?

Dear Gardens Residents, Families & Friends, This August we have a couple of new activities to look forward to: Spelling Bee with Waynette – Our very own Waynette will be leading this new activity featuring the Gardens Spelling Bee competition every Tuesday morning at 9:45am in the activity room. Hawaiian Luau – On August 25th at… Continue reading New Memory Care Coordinator Effective August 11, 2021

So you’ve noticed some changes in your thinking. Perhaps you often misplace your keys or have trouble coming up with the right word in conversations. But how do you know if these changes are a normal part of getting older, or if they might be pointing to a health problem such as dementia? How Your Brain Changes… Continue reading How to Keep Your Brain Sharp and Healthy as You Age

Getting older doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll have a slew of medical conditions or poor quality of life, but it’s important to know what’s normal for your body as you age and what is not. Getting older involves changes in all realms of life, from the physical to the mental to the social, emotional, sexual, and more.… Continue reading 10 Steps to Healthy, Happy Aging

No matter your age, it’s never too late to stay vibrant and improve your heart health, strength, balance, and mobility by maintaining an active lifestyle. We all know that exercise is a key component of good health. But some people think that the older we get the more we should slow down to prevent injury… Continue reading Stay Active, Healthy, and Strong in 50s, 60s, 70s, and Beyond

Dear Gardens Residents, Families & Friends, We have some exciting activities coming up to announce: Cell Phone 101 with Kim – Weekly classes with our social media director, where residents can receive assistance with their smart devices; cell phones, iPads, tablets, etc. We have begun weekly cooking classes; from guacamole to quesadillas to freshly made… Continue reading Some Exciting Activities Coming Up to Announce

Preventing serious skin conditions in the elderly It is essential that older people take care of the largest organ in the body, our skin. As we age, our skin changes. It becomes drier, thinner, and less supple. Elderly skin also injures more easily and heals more slowly. Aging adults are prone to skin problems ranging… Continue reading Skin Health for Seniors

Make 4th of July activities fun for seniors When older adults are included in group celebrations like 4th of July festivities, they feel more connected with family and friends and more engaged in life. But some traditional activities might not be well-suited for seniors. Fortunately, there are many creative ways to adapt Independence Day activities to meet… Continue reading 16 WAYS TO ADAPT 4TH OF JULY ACTIVITIES FOR SENIORS

Dementia is a common disease seen in older adults, affecting over 50 million people around the world, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). But, it is not a normal part of aging. Examples of typical memory loss experienced by people of all ages include occasionally forgetting but later remembering events, names, and phone numbers. When… Continue reading THE TOP FIVE DEMENTIA MEDICATIONS FOR SENIORS

Dear Gardens Residents, Families & Friends, As we get closer to June 15th and the reopening of California, we wanted to remind you of current health and safety protocols for The Gardens. According to a recent press release from the LA County Department of Public Health, masks will still be required in healthcare setting regardless of… Continue reading Current Health & Safety Protocols