BeeHive Homes of Spring, Texas, is NOW OPEN! Situated in the northern Houston area of Texas, this small unincorporated town boasts a beautiful boutique-like shopping district and is rich with history. Founded in 1836 by the Harrisburg Municipality, this lovely suburb is home to nearly 65,000 residents, some of which are fairly well known (Simone… Continue reading BeeHive Homes of Spring Texas
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Health Baselines
As you age, it’s important to keep track of certain things related to your health to ensure you live a long, happy, healthy life and can live independently at home for many years. You can establish health baselines with your doctor as you approach retirement; that way, you have something to compare to as you… Continue reading Health Baselines
High Fat Diet’s Impact on the Brain
You may have heard of the ketogenic (or keto) diet, a low carb-high fat diet that studies have shown can help you lose weight and potentially help with diabetes, epilepsy and other diseases. The question we’d like to explore is what do these high fat diet’s impact have on the brain? A recently published study… Continue reading High Fat Diet’s Impact on the Brain
Long Term Care Insurance
If you’re helping care for an aging parent the idea of long term care insurance may come up. Typically, long term care insurance is purchased when adults are between 50 and 65 years of age. The later it is purchased the higher the premium, but the earlier it is purchased the longer that premium will… Continue reading Long Term Care Insurance
Managing Arthritis
Arthritis may be a common problem among older individuals, especially the elderly; however, it does not have to be as taxing on the body as one may think. There are many steps that can be taken for managing arthritis that can help alleviate the symptoms. About 1 in 4 adults in the US are diagnosed… Continue reading Managing Arthritis
The Importance of Elders
In most living creatures, their longevity is closely tied to reproduction. Life is about having offspring, and once that no longer happens, life usually ends. But not so with humans. Why? Lets talk about the importance of elders. A recent research paper from the University of California – Santa Barbara says the long post-reproductive lifespan… Continue reading The Importance of Elders
4 Benefits of Journaling
Journaling has many benefits, from helping you reduce stress to motivating you in personal growth. Psychologists also point to mental health benefits for those who write journals. By making journaling a regular habit, you can see how much you have grown by reading previous entries. In the BeeHive Home community, we encourage you to keep… Continue reading 4 Benefits of Journaling
The Best Exercise for the Elderly
It’s important for all of us to keep moving, like the old saying goes: “Move it or lose it!” So what is the best exercise for the elderly? Increasingly, research shows how regular exercise and physical activity is important for senior adults, helping protect against heart disease, strokes, diabetes; improve mental health and quality of… Continue reading The Best Exercise for the Elderly
Inflation’s Impact on Seniors
In 2022, the inflation rate is hovering above 8%. That means that the purchasing power of a dollar is buying about 8% less than it did a year ago. For seniors living on a fixed income, that’s particularly concerning. Seniors are more likely to spend money on things that are increasing in price, such as… Continue reading Inflation’s Impact on Seniors
The Value of Sunshine
The value of sunshine cannot be overstated. There are many great benefits of sunshine for you or your elderly loved one. Time spent in the sun can help with many conditions that can occur during the natural aging process and lifestyle changes. At BeeHive Homes of Texas, we plan social gatherings and activities that allow… Continue reading The Value of Sunshine