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We believe that you shouldn't have to spend a lot to get the very best in cremation services. We have gathered pricing data on other providers in our community and posted it for you to compare.

At Cremation Care Centers, you will see a savings of hundreds, even thousands of dollars compared to other local funeral homes. The graph will show you how our prices compare. Several commonly-chosen funeral and cremation services are also listed below.

In March 2016, pricing surveys were conducted of the area funeral homes listed above. In order to compare "apples to apples", prices were requested for a direct cremation. The prices are accurate, based upon the information obtained during the survey. The cost of a alternative container, urn and state required cremation permit fee was not included in the price for a direct cremation. Prices are subject to change without notice.

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We already know that a healthy lifestyle is a major factor in living a long life; but new studies show that having hobbies for seniors and staying socially active are equally important.
It has long been known that a nutritious diet, exercise and positive health choices all contribute to helping seniors feel more energetic. In fact, emerging research into longevity and good quality of life indicates that mental and social activity are just as critical as physical activity when it comes to healthy aging. Hobbies, leisure activities, and a rich social network are factors that correlate with living longer and avoiding isolation.

Healthy Hobbies for Seniors

Here are 11 healthy hobbies your aging loved one might want to consider:

1. Creating Art / Doing Crafts

More than providing something fun and artistic to stimulate the brain, creating art and doing crafts can also be soothing and cathartic. From painting, sculpting and scrapbooking to photographing, knitting or sewing - art is one of the best activities seniors can practice. Even better, art can also be done as a social activity with friends or family, so that mingling happens while stimulating the mind and soul. Engaging and fun, art is a great activity at any age, but is especially helpful and rewarding for retired seniors who have time and need activities to keep their minds alert. Art therapy is even used to help stimulate the brain, stir memories and give those with dementia a better quality of life.

2. Volunteering

If your loved one is still able to volunteer and does not suffer from cognitive decline, volunteering at the local department store, fundraising event, local association or senior center can provide not only great socialization, but also self-worth. Often when seniors retire and lose purpose, social and physical decline can happen; which is why staying engaged in the community is even more important. Feeling helpful is an important human emotion that helps keep seniors stimulated, rather than depressed or bored in monotonous day-to-day that can happen in the latter years.

3. Swimming

If your loved one suffers from a disease such as osteoarthritis, where the cartilage wears down between the joints and causes pain, swimming is likely their easiest form of exercise. Exercise is often recommended for people who suffer from osteoarthritis, but traditional exercise, such as walking or aerobics, can also be painful. Since swimming takes the pressure off the joints, it is one activity that they can participate in without aggravating their condition.

Swimming regularly can also help your senior loved one improve not only their cardiovascular fitness, flexibility and balance, but also give them greater muscle tone, better posture and less muscle tension. Swimming is also a great way to boost energy through natural fitness endorphins, that are easy on the joints, and also fun! If your loved one goes to a public pool or gym or is enrolled in a water aerobics program geared toward seniors, they also get the opportunity to meet other people, interact and socialize.

4. Walking

Walking is a tremendously good activity for senior citizens. It's cheap, it's simple and almost anybody can do it and it. Walking has a multitude of health benefits for everyone, but is especially helpful for seniors as the activity helps maintain mobility and independence. From walking at the mall, around the park, at the local health club and even in independent and assisted living communities; there's no activity that offers an inexpensive way to help seniors stay in shape. Walking with loved ones and friends is even a more fun and healthy option for seniors, to increase their socialization.

5. Playing Games / Cards

From playing Solitaire to Bridge to Scrabble, cards and games are an excellent way for seniors to keep their minds' sharp. In fact, research has shown that adults who enjoy mentally stimulating games may have bigger brains and sharper thinking skills than their peers. Higher education has been linked to decreased risk of cognitive decline. Researchers theorize that well-educated people have better connected synapses in their brain, which also helps compensate for the havoc wreaked within the brain by Alzheimer's and other dementias. Critical thinking and crossword puzzles are also great ways to keep the brain fit.

6. Dancing

Dancing is not only fun, but is also a great way for seniors to exercise and socialize. Dancing can improve senior balance, gait and overall body functioning, while also helping to reduce the risk of falls, fractures and immobility. Beyond those reasons, a study from Albert Einstein College of Medicine showed that ballroom dancing was associated with a lower risk of dementia. The researchers believed that the mental challenge of following complex dance steps and moving in time with the rhythm of the music are responsible.

7. Gardening

Gardening has many health and therapeutic benefits for older people. It's not only an enjoyable form of exercise, it also increases levels of physical activity and helps increase seniors' mobility and flexibility. It encourages use of motor skills while improving endurance and strength and even reduces stress levels by promoting relaxation. Gardening also provides stimulation and interest in nature and the outdoors. Many senior living communities offer gardening cubs for residents as the hobby is definitely a positive and popular hobby that helps promote resident happiness.

8. Practicing Yoga

Yoga can provide many physical and mental benefits to an elderly person. From minimizing stress and hypertension to helping to strengthen bones and build balance, yoga is a great hobby for seniors. Many senior centers, athletic clubs and senior care communities offer yoga for the elderly since the meditations offer so many wonderful benefits.

9. Golfing

There are many health benefits for seniors who golf. From improving flexibility, ease of motion and strength to also increasing happiness, socialization and an active lifestyle, golfing is a favorite hobby for many seniors. Since people can golf their entire life, it's an excellent hobby to keep through the years that provides not only satisfaction, but also helps seniors keep hand-eye coordination and improves mood. Golfing is a great hobby to keep your elderly loved one stimulated and happy.

10. Caring for a Pet

Pets provide a comfort system and actually produce a that helps to lower levels of of the stress-inducing hormone, cortisol, and increase the production of the feel-good hormone, serotonin. In fact, pets have been shown to reduce blood pressure and stress levels in humans and can actually help lower cholesterol, fight depression and help protect against heart conditions. All great reasons for chemical chain reaction in the brain seniors to have a pet!

Learn some of the best dog breeds for seniors.

11. Visiting Family and Friends

Visiting family and friends is one of the most important past-times for seniors as these catch-ups help combat senior isolation; one of the leading causes of mental and physical decline. Social isolation and loneliness have been associated with increased risk for depression, high blood pressure mental decline, and more. Visiting with family and friends not only helps to strengthen family bonds and heritage, it's also important for happiness. After all, humans are wired to interact and socialize, and they especially need these interactions as they age and sometimes lose spouses and social circles. One of the most important parts of life is about human interaction, emotional connections and having a reason to live.
How active are the seniors in your lives? How are you encouraging them to exercise and make social connections? We'd love to hear your stories and suggestions in the comments below. Related Articles:

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Typically, studies that have looked at age-related physical ability focused on testing those in their 70s and 80s. This study tested a wider age range - 775 subjects from age 30 to 90-plus - and found that exercise to offset physical decline needs to start before people are AARP-eligible.

"Our research reinforces a life-span approach to maintaining physical ability - don't wait until you are 80 years old and cannot get out of a chair," lead author Katherine Hall, assistant professor of medicine at Duke, said in a statement. "The good news is, the ability to function independently can often be preserved with regular exercise."

In the study, published in the Journals of Gerontology, all participants were given simple tests to measure their strength, balance or endurance: rising from a chair repeatedly for 30 seconds; standing on one leg for a minute; and walking for six minutes. Walking speed over a distance of about 10 yards was also measured.
Among the results:

Both men and women in their 50s began to slip in their ability to stand on one leg and rise from a chair, and the declines continued in the next decades.

Declines in walking speed and aerobic endurance became evident in the 60s and 70s.

More physical activity was associated with less physical decline, especially in ages 60 to 79.

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Fitness And Physical Decline At Stages Of Aging

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Continue to lead a vibrant life with a broad range of amenities and services.

A Brookdale Assisted Living community assists residents with daily living activities and basic care support in a home or apartment setting. Communities offer three meals a day, recreational and social activities, housekeeping, linen service, apartment maintenance and transportation, while trained caregivers provide assistance with daily tasks such as medication management and bathing.

Staff will coordinate services with outside healthcare providers and monitor residents to ensure they are healthy.

We believe no one should be defined by the symptoms of Alzheimer's and dementia. That's why our memory care program - now called the Clare Bridge Alzheimer's and Dementia Program - focuses on providing residents with meaning and purpose through a number of activities designed to preserve their sense of self. By taking a person-first approach to care, we foster a feeling of personal belonging for everyone throughout our communities. It all starts with a care plan made specifically for you and your loved one.

Independent living at Brookdale gives you the rewarding retirement you deserve, all without the hassle of home maintenance. Each of our community offers all the comforts of home plus the addition of resort-style amenities and award-winning programs and activities. Living in a Brookdale community means living your well-earned retirement to its fullest.

Our Assisted Living Facilities are available in Brookdale's freestanding senior living communities, and as part of a full continuum of care on a single campus.

Brookdale communities feature a variety of resident housing options, from studio and single bedrooms, two-bedroom apartments and suites for more room for entertaining guests. No matter your tastes, we strive to provide our housing options that meet your preferred style of living.
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Each Clare Bridge facility is designed with familiarity at the heart, creating safe, welcoming environments that remind our residents of home. With easy-to-navigate layouts, spacious accommodations and multiple security measures, we make sure your loved ones are as comfortable here as they are safe.

Our independent living communities provide residents with all the joys of home along with the added benefits of a friendly, caring staff team. Here you'll find spacious apartments filled with a number of features, such as full kitchens, walk-in closets and emergency pull cords. Some of our independent living facilities even offer cottages and villas for extra space and comfort - in addition to a number of community amenities.

Brookdale's Assisted Living monthly fees help to cover a wide range of community amenities including: three daily meals, weekly housekeeping and basic utility coverage. In addition, Brookdale offers personal laundry services and weekly linen changes.

Want to stretch your legs? Brookdale also offers fitness centers* and rehab programs, an on-site golf course*, libraries* and swimming pools*. We offer these amenities at select communities because at Brookdale, we understand and work to provide you the life you want for yourself or your loved one.
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Every person deserves to live with dignity and purpose - especially those living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Our care teams work to preserve those fundamental aspects of life through a number of on-site amenities, such as specifically designed common areas and outdoor courtyards with gardening beds. In addition, residents receive daily care from our staff teams. This includes housekeeping, scheduled meals, planned transportation, special activities and medication assistance.

At Brookdale, home is more than just a building. It's the entire community, from the apartments and facilities to the people who call it home. Our independent living centers feature a range of amenities designed to bring the community together. Elegant accommodations, restaurant-style dining and recreational activities are just the beginning, with parks, gardens and walking paths encouraging togetherness and active living.

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We've joined forces to create an animation entitled 'The Elephant in the Room', addressing head-on the subject of dying and aimed at raising awareness of hospice care within local communities.