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Health & Aging | Presbyterian Senior Living | Thrive Wellness
October brings fall colors with changing leaves, but you will also find pink ribbons prominent in this month to celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness month. One in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. In 2023, an estimated 297,790 women and 2,800 men will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. Chances are, you know at least one person who has been personally affected by breast cancer. I have experienced this personally as my mother was diagnosed in her 60’s, and I have a niece who was diagnosed in her 30’s.
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Health & Aging | Miscellaneous | Presbyterian Senior Living
Prioritizing mental health and well-being is necessary for seniors to maintain a fulfilling and happy life. In recognition of the recent World Mental Health Day on October 10, Nancy Pilkington, MSW, LSW, Presbyterian Senior Living Corporate Director of Resident Services, shares three keys to mental health and well-being for seniors:
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Finance & Planning | Health & Aging | Miscellaneous | Presbyterian Senior Living
The annual Medicare open enrollment period has arrived! This eight-week process begins on October 15th each year and runs through December 7th. During this time, Medicare recipients can make changes to their existing plan. If you are preparing to review your current Medicare coverage or help a parent with theirs, it’s common to feel confused and unsure about how to begin.
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Diversity & Inclusion | Miscellaneous | Presbyterian Senior Living
October offers a wide opportunity to celebrate the diverse world we live in today.
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Mindfulness and meditation have become keywords in recent years. With a multitude of meditation apps and streaming capabilities, it can be overwhelming when looking for somewhere to begin.
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Across Presbyterian Senior Living communities, an array of learning opportunities have taken shape over the decades, most initiated and conducted by residents. From wood shop classes to fitness opportunities, instrumental music groups to arts and crafts gatherings, a variety of chances to continue to learn abound.
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