Artists lofts to be developed for seniors market

SEATTLE: The owner of a seven-storey ex-manufacturing building is considering a proposal for a seniors living artists colony.

40 apartment units on four floors are planned. The balance would serve as a haven for artists and musicians, featuring free or low-cost rehearsal space, live music Read More »

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Chronic loneliness in older adults leads to more doctors visits study finds

BOSTON: Experiences of loneliness and social isolation can lead to increased health care use among older adults, according to new research.

The study found that the frequency of physician visits was particularly influenced by chronic loneliness and suggests that the identification and targeting of interventions Read More »

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Weekly trip to the movies could ward off dementia

AUSTIN: Going to the movies once or twice a week could hold the key to preventing dementia, researchers claim.

Watching a funny film with a good plot helps to stimulate the brain and prevent the build-up of harmful deposits, they believe. Crucially, discussing the film Read More »

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Seniors housing developers compete for Global Award

NEW YORK: The hundred and eighty-ninth entry for the seniors housing Global Award for 2015 has been received.

Turriff-based Sandlaw Farming is building 300 rented homes, 75 affordable homes and 25 assisted-living apartments in Banchory in the UK. Read More »

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