Daystar Senior Living Blog

One of the keys to understanding our parents as they age is to get a grasp on the things that worry them. Our parents may not talk openly about these things, but you can be assured that they think about them—a lot. A recent study conducted for the Home Instead Senior Care network identified the top 10 things seniors fear most. Knowing the most common fears will help you open a discussion with your parents about their concerns.

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If you're like most people you've looked forward to retirement for a long time. Now that it's getting close or arrived though, you may begin to wonder just how you want to spend it. Independent living in a community is one option, so here's some help in deciding if it's a viable option for your lifestyle.

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Stress can cause and worsen many health problems such as diabetes, asthma, anxiety, high blood pressure, heart disease, and depression. Meditation is one of the easiest ways to reduce stress, and it's something you can learn to do regardless of your age, health, or lifestyle.

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Deciding when to move from one’s own home into a community living arrangement can be difficult. For most people, cost is a factor in choosing a retirement community. In fact, the cost of elder care is significant, which is why it is important to make sure that you gather as much information as possible about the pros and cons of the various elder care options.

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Seattle can keep you busy for weeks on end with it's vast choices in arts, eats, and entertainment. If you're wishing for something different than the big city though, you might choose to visit one of the many small towns in the Seattle area. Here are a few to give you an idea of what's available. Each is close enough for a day trip, but you just might decide to make it a weekend adventure instead!

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