About this blog
We live in an aging world; there’s no doubt about that. Therefore, it’s necessary to consider the care that this aging population is receiving. With this blog, I hope to illuminate three main topics: how music positively impacts memories, specifically of seniors suffering from memory loss; how technology can benefit the aging population; and the impact of immigration on seniors’ well-being.
Alzheimer's on Canvas
02/21/21Artistic expression takes on so many different forms: playing an instrument, singing, performing onstage, writing, photography, knitting, sculpting, and the one that likely first comes to mind: painting/drawing. I usually focus on music in this blog, but we can mix it up a little! Therefore, in this post, I would like to share with y’all an artist who was impacted by Alzheimer’s disease: William Utermohlen.
Longevity in Loma Linda01/24/21Last but not least, Loma Linda is the fifth Blue Zone. It’s been so interesting exploring these different places around the world, and I hope you’ve enjoyed this series, too! So far, I’ve realized that even though the Blue Zones seem to be quite different in their locations and cultures, they definitely share many characteristics, in both the regions and the ways of life. In my initial impression of all the Blue Zones, Loma Linda stood out as potentially being the most unique, so let’s see if this holds true
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THE WRITERHello, and welcome to my blog! My name is Lauren, and I'm excited to share my journey to understanding the complexities of aging and senior care with you. To learn more about me, click on the About Me page! |
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in an aging world
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