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5 Instagram Celebrities Embracing Happier Aging

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Growing older gracefully and embracing the aging process is what many celebrity seniors are doing, and setting an example for other senior citizens. Many seniors are looking better than they have in previous years because they are continuing to take good care of themselves physically and mentally. They are not trying to hide the wonders of nature, but instead, they are allowing nature to take its course. These celebrities are redefining what growing older means. They are setting a trend that points towards the idea that growing older is to be celebrated. They are enjoying happier aging. Home Care Baltimore has listed down some of these celebrities include Instagram stars: 1. Heidi Dillon She is a former television producer who has stayed a step ahead of the curve. She is paving the way for other retirees who want to make the best of their golden years. She was born in Texas and made several headlines for the way that she is embracing aging. She has allowed her blonde hair to trans

Learning About Anxiety In Seniors

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Everyone has had times in their life when they felt anxious about something, or a particular circumstance. Normally the worry or fear soon subsides. When this occurs with an older adult, it could be a little more than just simple anxiety that goes away after a while. Home Care Baltimore knows that for many senior citizens, having a fear of something can last for a long period of time. Being anxious that something is about to happen can cause an older adult to fall deeply into a state of anxiety. This could be disabling for most seniors, and it could cause them to stay confined in their homes. Anxiety In Seniors There is more to anxiety than worrying about missing, or being late, for a meeting, having an overwhelming workload, or standing in front of people giving a speech. The difference between this anxiety and the anxiety felt by seniors is that with older adults it is more intense. The fear gets to the point where they are afraid to leave their homes. They become unable to do the

Saving Seniors from Social Isolation

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In today’s fast-paced ever-younger culture it is often hard for seniors to keep up. Unless they have regular contact with young people, just keeping up with the latest slang can be confusing. No wonder many seniors hide in their houses and avoid socializing. One hundred years ago families lived together. It was common for two or three generations to share the same house. There were practical advantages since grandparents could help with children and other daily chores. There were also emotional advantages. Seniors still felt vital and needed, and the children received a sense of family that came from knowing their grandparents. Emotionally and mentally these families were healthier than many are today. Families are all busy doing their own thing and grandparents are often far away in another city, or possibly another state. It is often after one spouse dies that seniors start to feel alone. If they have no family close by, they can start to withdraw and isolate themselves from others