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COVID-19 Booster for Omicron BA.4/BA.5: FDA Authorizes Updates

Health, Senior Living / September 12, 2022

Pegasus Senior Living | Seniors showing they got a booster shot

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued emergency use authorizations (EUAs) for updated boosters for new variants of COVID-19. These formulas of the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines are recommended for individuals 12 years of age and older. The updated boosters target both the original strain of SARS-CoV-2 and omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5. […]

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Alzheimer’s and Sleep: What You Need to Know

Alzheimer's, Health / August 31, 2022

The Courtyards at Mountain View | Happy senior woman stretching after just waking up from sleeping

Did you know that Alzheimer’s disease can cause unique sleeping patterns? Some seniors with Alzheimer’s may sleep for long periods or wake up frequently at night. There are also other forms of dementia that can impact sleep. A lack of sleep is unhealthy for anyone, but it can be especially harmful to seniors. It’s essential

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After a Dementia Diagnosis: What You and Your Family Should Know

Connections Program, Dementia, Health / August 30, 2022

Broadway Mesa Village | Senior woman and her daughter looking at a picture in a frame

Discovering a loved one is living with memory loss can be devastating. You may have noticed odd things or concerning scenarios, but it’s hard to believe. It usually starts as small things that can be key warning signs: Your mom hasn’t been attending her regular social events. Your husband can never find his car keys.

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How Seniors Can Manage the Flu Season: 2022

Health, Senior Living / August 4, 2022

Pegasus Senior Living | Mug of tea next to a card that reads flu season

Tips for Seniors to Combat the 2022-23 Flu Season Amid COVID-19 Seasonal influenza (“flu”) is a common illness we fight every year, and seniors are at a higher risk of developing serious complications from it. The risk of serious illness is even greater with the addition of COVID-19 and highly transmissible variants like Omicron. The

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How Assisted Living Activities Improve Seniors’ Well-being

Assisted Living, Health / July 19, 2022

Broadway Mesa Village | happy multiethnic senior athletes synchronous exercising on step

Mesa, Arizona is home to some of the best assisted living communities in the country. These communities offer a variety of social and recreational activities and exercise classes for seniors at different fitness levels that can improve the overall health and well-being of their residents. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of

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How To Help Your Loved One With Dementia

Alzheimer's, Dementia, Health / June 16, 2022

Pegasus Senior Living | Senior couple sitting at table together

In honor of Alzheimer’s and brain awareness month, Pegasus Senior Living Senior VP of Health and Wellness Dr. Sandra Petersen shares some important insights to increase awareness and help us understand how best to help those living with dementia. What’s the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia? Dementia is an “umbrella term” that encompasses Alzheimer’s disease

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Get Ready for Active Senior Living!

Health, Lifestyle, Senior Living / June 13, 2022

Town Village Crossing | Senior couple walking through town holding hands

Texas seniors benefit from staying social. Did you know that having fun as you age is just as important as caring for your physical health? So much so that it impacts your overall health and well-being. Research shows that staying socially active has many mental and physical health benefits. You’re less likely to develop dementia

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Activities for Seniors in Roswell and Memory Care in Georgia

Activites, Alzheimer's, Apartments, Assisted Living, Dementia, Health, Memory Care, Senior Living / May 5, 2022

Magnolia Place of Roswell | Our Georgia memory care community supports residents with outdoor activities like pet therapy.

Spring is blossoming into a vibrant season, and excitement is palpable within the heart of our Roswell senior living community. The air is filled with anticipation for the array of special visitors, cookouts, and live entertainment that awaits. The atmosphere at Magnolia Place of Roswell is particularly invigorating for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. It

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Dr. Sandra Petersen Shares the Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer's, Connections Program, Health, Memory Care / April 7, 2022

Pegasus Senior Living | Senior woman getting a hug from her caregiver

We sat down with memory care expert, Pegasus Senior VP of Health and Wellness Dr. Sandra Petersen, to understand more about the signs of Alzheimer’s. If you’re looking for answers for your loved one, it’s important to be informed. Before beginning your search for “memory care near me,” get the answers to some common questions

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How to Live Longer with Senior Living in Overland Park, KS

Alzheimer's, Assisted Living, Dementia, Health, Memory Care, Retirement, Senior Living / April 1, 2022

The senior population is expanding. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the proportion of the world’s population over 60 is expected to double from 12 percent to 22 percent by 2050. We can also expect that 1 in 6 people worldwide will be aged 60 years or over by 2030. That means people are

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