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Avid Netflix fans will be familiar with Grace and Frankie, two seniors in their 70s who are living their life to the fullest. In their early 70s, both went through divorce and picked themselves up to kickstart not just their romantic lives but also their careers as well. As Grace Hanson, played by Jane Fonda, says it best, “Before when I was young, there was this big oak tree in the backyard, I could shoot up that sucker faster than any boy in the neighborhood, the best part was getting to the tippy top and looking down at the world. When I was up there, I feel like I could do anything. Inside, I still feel like that little girl.” So how can you also imitate the same feisty and youthful attitude that both Grace and Frankie exude? Science explains us both the why and the how. Continue Reading ...

When school is out, families go out of town too. With families gone on trips and vacations, seniors in care homes may soon find themselves missing their loved ones. It also does not help that some seniors cannot tolerate the heat of the sun so they end up staying indoors more than they wish. Their limited means of transportation also does not help, as they cannot drive anymore nor do they have access to vehicle at their most convenient times so they are limited to go in places they can get to by foot. This may not be a problem for those living in one of the many senior apartments in Des Moines, IA, especially those of a Calamar’s, as theirs is close to amenities, shopping, and dining. What are signs of a senior’s longing for a companion? It commonly starts with subtle hints with one mentioning feeling “lonely” or wishing to see people they haven’t or talk to someone they know well. Caregivers should not dismiss these one-off comments, as they may signal a more serious longing tha...