6 Keys to Living a Longer Life!

Do you want to be strong and live a long healthy life?

Are you wondering what the secrets are to longevity?

We wondered the same thing! So, we did a little bit of research to find out what people are saying about the keys to living a longer life. According to Psychology Today, research has found that people who are destined for a long life do these things:

1. Connect with others
2. Associate with healthy people
3. Develop healthy habits
4. Help others
5. Stay physically active throughout life
6. Are moderate worriers

Do you practice any of these traits seen in people living longer? It’s never too late to improve your health, body, and mind. Taking baby steps is a start!

At Hillside Terrace, we help our residents stay active with life enrichment activities like Bingo, NuStep, Volleyball, and Scrabble to nurture and stimulate the mind, body and spirit.

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For more information about elderly care in Ann Arbor offered at Hillside Terrace, visit us at HillsideTerrace.net, or contact us here! We’re focused on holistically improving and maintaining the well-being of our residents through promoting independence, a stimulating environment, and building rapport. Schedule a tour with us today!

Healthy Aging: What Can You Control?

Everyone has a family history that may pre-dispose them to different health risks and diseases, but it’s never too late to change your habits. The one thing you do have control over is your lifestyle! Making a change now for the better can have lasting effects on your body.

WebMD suggests the following reasons why 70-80-year-olds look and act decades younger than they are:

• Refusing to take it slow – A common misconception is that older people should take it slow. We’re here to tell the naysayers that moving around is good for the human body, no matter the age! So, fight the urge to sit around and get outside and stay active.
• Taking a daily walk – Walking helps keep your bones strong almost no matter how far the distance.
• Read the newspaper with your daily morning bowl of oatmeal – Reading can help ward off brain changes that lead to Alzheimer’s, while the whole grains in oatmeal may help prevent heart disease.
• Downsize your portions – Overeating can lead to obesity and diabetes, which can shorten your life.

At Hillside Terrace, our "Aging by Choice" philosophy allows flexibility of options for our residents and their families; you choose what is best for you, and we make it possible. We’re confident in our ability to provide the best quality of care, the security, and the family atmosphere that you are seeking! We warmly invite you to see the difference we can make when your family shares life with our family.

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For more information about elderly care in Ann Arbor offered at Hillside Terrace, visit us at HillsideTerrace.net, or contact us here!

Benefits of Grandparent – Grandkid Bonding

Do you have grandchildren? Don’t they make your heart just melt?

A study conducted by the Women’s Health Aging Project in Australia “found that post-menopausal women who spend time taking care of grandkids lower their risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive disorders.” There’s no doubt that children help keep our minds sharp, this study proves it!

Alzheimer’s can be a tough disease to fight, but with the right treatment and surroundings, it can make things a little bit easier. At Hillside Terrace, we’re confident in our ability to provide the best quality of care, the security, and the family atmosphere that you’re seeking!

According to Gerber Life, grandchildren can help their grandparents in a number of other remarkable ways, including:

1.    Sharing passions
2.    Nurturing sense of purpose
3.    Creating generational continuity and identity
4.    Enjoying a new vantage point

Do you agree? If you have grandchildren, we’d love to hear about how they make your retirement more enjoyable. Please join the conversation in the comment section below! What kinds of things do you enjoy doing together? What makes time with your grandchild the most special?

Memory Care in Ann Arbor: Make Hillside Terrace Your Home Away From Home!

For more information about memory care in Ann Arbor offered at Hillside Terrace, visit us at HillsideTerrace.net, or contact us here! We’re focused on holistically improving and maintaining the well-being of our residents through promoting independence, a stimulating environment, and building rapport. Schedule a tour with us today!

What is Arthritis?

By definition arthritis is painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints that can worsen over time.

According to the Arthritis Foundation, “more than 50 million adults and 300,000 children have some type of arthritis.” That’s a scary thought!

It’s a reality some of us aren’t comfortable facing, but everyone is at risk for suffering some type of arthritis no matter what their age. Some symptoms that you should be aware of include:

•    Swelling
•    Pain
•    Stiffness
•    Decreased range of motion
•    Inability to do daily activities
•    Difficulty walking or climbing stairs

Do you live alone?

Are you afraid of falling as a result of your arthritis debilitation?

Are you looking for assisted living in Ann Arbor?

Our "Aging by Choice" philosophy allows a flexibility of options for our residents and their families; you choose what is best for you, and we make it possible. We’re confident in our ability to provide the best quality of care, the security, and the family atmosphere that you are seeking! We warmly invite you to see the difference we can make when your family shares life with our family.

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For more information about hospice care in Ann Arbor offered at Hillside Terrace, visit us at HillsideTerrace.net, or contact us here!

What You Must Know About Communicating With Alzheimer’s Patients

Communication with an Alzheimer’s patient can be incredibly difficult, especially when the condition is severe. Alzheimer’s patients require a tremendous amount of patience, understanding, and listening from those communicating with them.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, it’s common to see these types of changes in patients diagnosed with the disease:

• Using familiar words repeatedly
• Inventing new words to describe familiar objects
• Easily losing his or her train of thought
• Reverting back to a native language
• Having difficulty organizing words logically
• Speaking less often

Do you or a loved one suffer from Alzheimer’s or Dementia?

Does your loved one get lost frequently or have the urge to run away?

Are you considering memory care in Ann Arbor?

Our "Aging by Choice" philosophy allows a flexibility of options for our residents and their families; you choose what is best for you, and we make it possible. We’re confident in our ability to provide the best quality of care, the security, and the family atmosphere that you are seeking! We warmly invite you to see the difference we can make when your family shares life with our family.

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For more information about memory care in Ann Arbor offered at Hillside Terrace, visit us at HillsideTerrace.net, or contact us here!

10 Early Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s That You Need to Be Aware Of!

Are you or is someone you know forgetting the simplest of things?

Does Alzheimer’s or Dementia run in your family?

Are you considering memory care in Ann Arbor?

Hillside Terrace provides an "Aging by Choice" philosophy, allowing flexibility of options for our residents and their families thinking about memory care. You choose what’s best for you, and we make it possible!

According to Alzheimer’s Association, there are a few warning signs that you may notice:

1. Memory loss that disrupts daily life
2. Challenges in planning or solving problems
3. Difficulty completing familiar tasks. At home, at work or at leisure
4. Confusion with time or place
5. Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships
6. New problems with words in speaking or writing
7. Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps
8. Decreased or poor judgment
9. Withdrawal from work or social activities
10. Changes in mood and personality

If any of these signs sound familiar to you and you’re worried about them, the Alzheimer’s Association recommends that you consult with a physician.

Looking For More?

For more information about memory care in Ann Arbor offered at Hillside Terrace, visit us at HillsideTerrace.net, or contact us here! We’re focused on holistically improving and maintaining the well-being of our residents through promoting independence, a stimulating environment, and building rapport. Schedule a tour with us today!