Helping a parent or loved one transition to assisted living is an important step. Families often start by searching for “assisted living homes near me” or comparing the costs of assisted living. You might be doing that even now! With so many choices, it’s important to find a community that provides excellent care, affordability, and…
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Share the Post: Falling is a serious health risk for older adults. According to the CDC, 1 in 4 individuals over the age of 65 report falling each year, which equates to 14 million older adults in the US alone. These falls can lead to serious injury, hospitalization, or even long-term disabilities. In fact, AARP…
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Share the Post: Have you ever walked into a room and immediately forgotten why you went in there? Or spent minutes searching for your keys, only to find them on the counter? Forgetfulness can happen at any age, but as we grow older, we become more aware of the condition of our memory. These concerns…
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Share the Post: When most people think of caffeine, they picture coffee, restlessness, and many sleepless nights. For older adults, however, having caffeine can offer more health benefits than just a quick extra boost of energy. While having too much caffeine can come with some negative side effects, growing research showcases it can help aid…
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Share the Post: It is commonly know that as we age, our skin changes. Normal aging includes skin becoming thinner and more fragile, as well as the potential of developing drier skin, wrinkles, age spots, and – more seriously – an increased risk of skin cancer. To help keep skin as healthy as possible while…
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Share the Post: By Scott Fisher (Kavod Board Chair) and Ben Green, co-authors of The Aging Wisely Project It is a sad commentary on our current cultural worldview that sunlight is widely perceived to be harmful, a cancer-causing threat. But what does the research actually say? And does this research affect older adults differently than…
Read articleShare the Post: As the internet continues to grow, so does the potential for scams. One of the most common ways scammers steal personal information is through a concept called “phishing”. Phishing typically involves fraudulent emails or text messages designed to gain access to banking information, passwords, or social security numbers. With this information, scammers…
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Share the Post: 2025 is here, bringing in lots of fresh starts and new goals. With a fresh look at the year, is it time for you or a loved one to think about a move to Assisted Living? Moving to a communal lifestyle is a big decision. It’s hard to know if it is…
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Share the Post: The early mornings are now dark and the days are shorter. Fall is here and winter is around the corner. You can feel and see it happening. If you have just moved to Colorado or a seasoned resident, you will know that our weather can change on dime. Whether you are strolling…
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Share the Post: As the temperatures rise, so do the risks associated with heat, especially for older adults. Older individuals may not adjust as well to sudden changes in temperature, and with possible chronic health conditions or certain medications, extreme heat may cause negative health outcomes. Kavod Senior Life is well aware of these potential…
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