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Fox 5 News recently did a story on how the changing political climate in states like Florida has many LGBTQ+ retirees rethinking their plans to move to the sunshine state where they feel unsafe and unwelcome. Click here to see the Fox 5 News story. As mentioned in the Fox 5 story, the fact that …
Retirement isn’t the end of our productive lives, it’s just the start of a new chapter. At least that’s how Steve Shelov and others who’ve entered the realm of formal retirement see the next phase of their lives. The 78-year-old former dean of NYU Long Island School of Medicine retired from his position at the …
What are the Health Benefits of Taking a Walk Everyone knows the importance exercise plays in your overall health, no matter your age. Even if you’re an older adult who can’t exercise intensely or for as long as when you were younger, regular exercise is just as necessary for your health and well-being. The good news …
Broadview – Senior Living at Purchase College offers enriching opportunities to its Charter Members.
It should come as no surprise that volunteering your time to help people and organizations, especially in retirement, isn’t just beneficial for the surrounding community — it’s also good for your overall physical and mental health. According to recent studies, seniors who volunteer tend to experience less disability and often live longer than those who choose …
The World Health Organization defines self-care as the ability of individuals, families and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and to cope with illness and disability with or without the support of a healthcare provider. When practiced regularly, the benefits of self-care have been linked to reduced stress, an improved immune system, increased …
EVERY MONTH IS PRIDE MONTH AT BROADVIEW Every year in June, the LGBT community celebrates their culture and affirms their identity. As an LGBT-friendly senior living community, we’re proud to support them. In fact, we’re working to educate staff and increase awareness of the needs and concerns of LGBT seniors. LGBT SENIORS FACE UNIQUE CHALLENGES. …
DOWNSIZING TIPS AND TRICKS FOR SENIORS Let’s face it, no one particularly likes moving, other than the professionals who do it for a living. And if you’re downsizing to a smaller living space, it can be a daunting process deciding what to do with all the stuff you’ve accumulated over the years. But take heart. …
BENEFITS OF CREATIVE ACTIVITIES FOR ACTIVE SENIORS If you were asked to list creative activities for seniors, what would you say? Would you mention painting? Woodworking? Flower arranging? And if you were asked to try something thought of as “creative,” such as dance, poetry or pottery, what would be your response? These traditional activity ideas for seniors often …
Helpful Tips for Intergenerational Learning An intergenerational learning environment presents unique opportunities for every age group involved. When living on the same college campus, older adults and younger adults experience each other, and their relationships can transcend stereotypes. Younger adults‚Äô perception of intergenerational interaction moves away from a mindset of ‚Äúdoing for‚Äù older adults, toward …
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