Over 50s carving out new housing options and creating different forms of living

PORTLAND: The over 50s demographic is the most significant force for housing change. The ‘individuals’ generation is turning its back on retirement community compounds, and is seeking new forms of housing for the second half of their lives.

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20 simple tricks to avoid ‘senior moments’ and boost powers of recall

BALTIMORE: This is a 20 part guide to obviating ‘seniors moments’ with simple tricks. The latest research proves the powers of recall can be improved by following altered behavior. This series will be posted progressively over the next five days.

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Head injuries can age your brain by 5 years and may accelerate development of dementia

BOSTON: Head injuries caused in a car accident, fall or being attacked can age your brain by around five years, according to new research.

People who have suffered serious head injuries showed changes in brain structure resembling those seen in older people.

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Seniors housing developers compete for Global Award

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

The new four-level apartment building under construction is considered one of the largest projects designed to meet the rigorous building certification tool called “The Living Building Challenge.”

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