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Celebrate the New Year with New Friends There comes a time in

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more time doing the things you enjoy and spend less time worrying about the upkeep of your home. A growing number of retirees prefer the active lifestyle of an independent retirement community such as Ashwood Meadows in Johns Creek. The time saved by not having to cook, clean and do yard work is now time well spent on family, friends and hobbies.

Whether it is continuing to do what you love or learning a new leisure activity, you can now have the freedom to pursue your passions without the

worry of everyday tasks. Ashwood Meadows supports our resident’s desire for a fulfilling, fun and active lifestyle. Whether it is gardening, painting, dining or dancing, we offer our residents the opportunity for fun. With hot air balloon excursions, day trips to museums and even thrill-seeking helicopter rides, our residents always have the chance to try something new and exciting. If you prefer rolling up your sleeves and working with your hands, we have jewelry

making, art classes, a resident chef club and lots of additional hands-on activities.

With free local transportation, scheduled outings and on-site daily activities, our retirees have monthly calendars brimming with things to

do. As with every excursion and activity, it is up to our residents to get involved in as little or as much as

they would like. Not to mention, our caring staff is always open to suggestions and feedback for fun new activities, outings and even meal options.

Ashwood Meadows offers studio, one bedroom and

two bedroom/two bath suites with no buy-ins or leases. We know that many older adults live on a fixed income, and that’s why Ashwood operates on

a month-to-month rental basis with no hidden costs, expenses, or add-ons. Meals, transportation, weekly housekeeping and all utilities except phone are always included in the flat monthly rental. Plus, pets are welcome too. Our residents breathe easy knowing their budget will be balanced and easy to manage every month.

Ashwood Meadows is located at 11190 Medlock Bridge Road. We invite you to drop in for a personal tour, talk with our residents and enjoy a complimentary meal with us. Please call us at 770-476-4429 to arrange your visit. We look forward to meeting you!

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Dive into the New Year with Johns Creek’s best option for Independent Retirement Living! At Ashwood Meadows, there are never any buy-in fees and everything is included in one reasonable monthly rent, even the utilities, except phone. Spend 2016 discovering how exciting independent retirement living can be!

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Not All decisions are this easyAt Arbor Terrace, we’re committed to giving you all the resources you need to make YOUR right decision—at a pace that is best for you. There’s no time better than now to determine if senior living is the right step for you and your family.

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Falls can be serious and costly: Each year millions of people

age 65 and older are injured in a fall. According to the CDC, over 700,000 pa-tients are admitted to the hospital due to fall-related injuries such as a head injury or hip fracture.

In fact, falls are the number one cause of traumatic brain injuries in the elderly. While it can certainly be upsetting when a loved one experiences a fall, there are several things you can do to help prevent or reduce the risk of falling. One is to have your health provider evaluate your medications and

their side effects such as dizziness or drowsiness. Second, engage in exer-cises to improve balance and strength. Third, have your vision checked at least once a year.

Finally, make your home safer by eliminating hazards such as inadequate lighting, throw rugs or other things you could trip over. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

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The Holidays have come and gone and now winter is here. We have no-ticed that our elderly population has re-ally been affected by the unpredictable weather that we have been experienc-ing. A warm and sunny Christmas fol-lowed by this recent snow storm, yikes! Make sure to check on your elderly loved ones and give Senior Helpers a call to get them the care that they de-serve! Senior Helpers is your hometown solution for all your Senior Care needs. Since opening in 2006, Senior Helpers has helped so many families with one-on-one care. Senior Helpers employs loving and experienced caregivers that are passionate about serving. All Senior Helpers caregivers are Alzheimer & De-mentia Care certified and have passed strict hiring and background checks.

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Every New Year, Americans across the nation resolve to lose weight, be healthier. Those goals have been proven even more important than you may think. Certain medical conditions and lifestyle choices may lead to higher in-stances for hearing loss. A proven link has been discovered with people suf-fering from obesity that also experience hearing issues.

Hearing loss is a highly prevalent condition affecting around 10 percent of the U.S. population (BHI, 2004). American estimates find that up to a third of women in their 50s and two-thirds of women in their 60s suf-fer from some degree of hearing loss (Curhan, et al., 2013). Hearing loss can have an impact on communication and social interaction, as well as mental well-being and overall quality of life.

Obesity and its comorbidities, which include cardiovascular disease, diabe-tes and hypertension, may be related to the development of hearing loss. In recent studies, higher body mass index (BMI) and larger waist circumference have been associated with poorer hear-ing thresholds (Curhan, et al., 2013).

A 2013 study examined the relation-ship between BMI, physical activity and self-reported hearing loss in almost

69,000 women over a period of 20 years. The conclusion: higher BMI and larger waist cir-cumference are associ-ated with increased risk of hearing loss in women, while higher physical activity con-tributed to a reduced risk. These findings provide evidence that maintaining healthy weight and staying physically active may reduce the risk of hearing loss (Curhan, et al., 2013).

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the residents with comfort, security and peace of mind. This beautiful commu-nity has all the amenities you would expect including a fitness center with a variety of exercise and educational offerings as well as a vibrant social calendar. As Judd Harper, President of the Arbor Company points out, “We consider it our priority to help you stay fit and healthy. Our dedicated staff is committed to facilitating our residents’ physical, intellectual and cultural well-being.”

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When it’s time to not drive(NAPSI)—Staying on the road to safety may be harder for many elderly drivers than they realize.

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way Traffic Safety Administration, senior citizens account for only 9 percent of the population but almost 14 percent of fatal traffic accidents.

As people age, their driving patterns change. Retirement, dif-ferent schedules and new activi-ties affect when and where they drive. Although most older adults drive safely because they have a lot of experi-ence behind the wheel, when they are involved in crashes, they may be hurt more seriously than younger drivers.

Many see driving as an important part of staying independent, and people 70 and older tend to keep their licenses longer and drive more miles than in the past.

What To DoElderly drivers and the people who

care for them should have a trusted doctor check their eyes and reflexes to determine whether they should be driv-ing anymore.

If it seems a driver you care about should be off the road, listen to his

or her concerns and feelings on the subject. Explore the possibilities. Are there solutions that could keep him or her driving safely longer, such as get-ting new glasses or only driving during the day? Try to arrange for alterna-tive transportation so he doesn’t feel trapped at home. If she sells her car, remind her of the money she’ll save on insurance and maintenance—which can be used for buses and taxis.

Having this talk may not be easy but you could save a life.

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Hearing with your brain? By: Dr. DEBorah WooDWarDJohns Creek Audiology

Hearing affects EVERYTHING between your ears. If you’re like most people, you’re used to thinking of hear-ing as something that happens in your ears. What people often don’t think about is what happens between their ears, in the hearing part of their brain. That’s where sound becomes informa-tion that has meaning. Your brain has to work hard to make this happen.

When the sound signals from your ears are compromised, your brain has to work even harder to fill in the gaps. This extra effort can take its toll. In fact, studies have shown that, over time, hearing loss can lead to isolation and depression. That’s why it makes sense to take care of your hearing health the same way you care about the rest of your health: There’s a lot more riding on it than just your hearing.

What happens when you have a hearing challenge?

The natural relationship between your ears and brain is disrupted. This is why it takes so much more effort to follow what is being said and why you may feel so much more tired at the end

of a busy day.It’s your brain that hears - Not your

ears.Your ears and your brain work

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Your hearing is as unique as your fingerprint. And because no two are quite the same, no one else’s hearing profile is quite like yours.

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- Wirelessly connect to your Cell phone, tablet, TV, and car

Along with award-winning service, the Johns Creek Audiology and Hearing Aid Center offers revolutionary pric-ing with initial costs often 30% to 40% less than typical because patients can choose to pay only for the hearing de-

vices and not the 3-5 years of services “bundled” into the price. Complete di-agnostic testing is provided along with tinnitus (ringing in the ears), vertigo, and ear wax management. All major insurance plans are accepted, and no-

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