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100

Meditation and laughing are good for this muscle.

What is the heart?

100

This is the amount of time someone over the age of 65 should engage in moderate exercise for each week.

What is 25 hours?

100

This company at Independence Village changed it's name from Laurus Home Care.

What is CorsoCare Personal Care.

100

True or False.  Dementia is a normal part of aging.

False.  Dementia is caused by underlying brain diseases or injuries that damage nerve cells and disrupt brain function.
100

This is the most favorite activity among seniors.

What is BINGO!?

200

The single most important thing you can do for heart health.

What is REGULAR exercise?

200

The age when it's too late to begin exercising.

What is NEVER!?

200

This person is our new Life Enrichment Director.

Who is Nicole Derthick?

200

This is the leading cause of injury-related deaths among seniors in the U.S.

What is falls?

200

This state has the highest number of senior adults. 

What is California?  

With 5.1 million residents.  However, Florida has the highest PERCENTAGE of its population at 19.36%.

300

This doctor specializes in the heart.

What is a cardiologist?

300

This is the number of servings of vegetables you should eat everyday.  

What is 3 servings?

300

This is how often does the podiatrist visits Independence Village.

What is every 6 to 8 weeks?

300

This offers numerous benefits for seniors, including improved mental and physical health, reduced loneliness, enhanced cognitive function, and increased longevity.  

What is Benefits of Participation?

This can include physical activity, social engagements, and volunteering.

300

This is the best pet for a senior adult.

What is a cat?

They are low maintenance and you don't need to walk cats, and they don't require the same amount of attention as dogs - for the most part.

400

This fruit juice can help open the blood vessels to allow more blood to flow through and keep your arteries from becoming stiff and thick.

What is pomegranate juice?

400

This can reduce Stress, depression, pain, anxiety, brain fog, reduce obesity, prevent heart disease, and Type 2 diabetes.

What is exercise?

400

This is our favorite part of all our jobs at Independence Village.

What is YOU!  The residents.  We enjoy the experiences, stories, and humor. 

400

This is the age researchers found that people are at their happiest.

What is 70 years old?

The hardest age was early to mid 20's as individuals career choices, relationships, and the transition into adulthood.

400

This is the U.S.'s favorite food.

What is mashed potatoes?

With a 85% popularity rating.  Second, is hamburgers/cheeseburgers at 84%.

500

This is said to be a healthy blood pressure for senior adults. 

What is 130/80?  

However, individual targets may vary based on overall health and other factors, and some doctors may recommend a slightly higher target for some older adults.

500

True or False.  Senior adults can't get a good workout while in a wheelchair.

FALSE.  

Even with limited mobility, various exercises can be modified to provide excellent physical and mental benefits.

500

This company can help with ADL's (Activities of Daily Living), Medication Assistance, Meal and Activity Escorts, Companionship and more.

Who is CorsoCare Personal Care ;)

500

This is one of the top wishes seniors think about frequently.

What is "I wish I let myself be happier and have a positive attitude."


500

This is the country that bingo was originated.

What is Italy?  In the year 1530.  But later in 1929, in New York, it was popularized by a toy salesman after he saw it being played at a fair in Georgia.