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Tips for Seniors to Prepare for Tax Time

Tax time is almost here again, so it's time to get everything ready. Getting an early start can simplify the process, and it's easy to get a jump-start on your taxes. Just follow these tips to ensure you're set for tax season.

Senior Movie Night: The Top List of Movies to Start Your New Year

Whether you’re making resolutions for the future or reflecting on all the good things that happened in the last 12 months, the start of a new year always feels special. And while New Year's Eve brings feelings of hope and reinvigorated inspiration, New Year’s Day is best spent cuddling up on the couch with a lineup of your favorite flicks.

10 Classic Holiday Movies Seniors Might Find Nostalgic This Fall and Winter

At Bethesda Gardens assisted living community, we aim to provide a homelike environment where residents feel both supported and comfortable. What better way to feel comfortable this holiday season than with your favorite blanket and a good flick? Holiday movies offer a certain irresistible charm, especially at this time of year. From reindeer to guardian angels and snowman fathers, there’s a holiday film out there for everyone. So if you’re ready for a cozy night in, here are 10 classic holiday movies to spark your nostalgia this fall and winter.

How the Age of Information Is Full of Misinformation

You may have fond or maybe not-so-fond memories of researching school papers using encyclopedias, periodicals and the ever-helpful reference librarian. Now, with the internet at your fingertips, you only need to type in a question and answers appear.

Understanding Your Selves: A Glimpse Into Identity

There may be nothing more difficult in life than having a true, deep inner knowledge of yourself, and yet, there's nothing more necessary and essential to living a full, satisfied and enriched life. Perhaps this type of awareness is so difficult to attain and master simply because many people misunderstand what's meant by the phrase "knowing yourself." It's easy to misinterpret it as meaning you know your likes and dislikes, your preferences and opinions.

The Health Benefits of Forgiveness

Here's a new vocabulary word for you: epidemiology. One of the many topics epidemiologists have put years of study into is how unresolved personal conflict can contribute to a myriad of chronic diseases. Research has consistently shown that neglecting unsettled emotions towards someone in your life can result in long-term consequences, while resolution and reconciliation can actually boost your physical, mental and spiritual health. Here's a closer look at how practicing forgiveness can benefit your quality of life.

The Parable of the Banquet: A Lesson in Humility

Bethesda Gardens in Arlington operates by a code of faith and servitude to our residents. In addition to promoting their physical and mental health, we also encourage and stimulate their spiritual growth anytime we get the opportunity to.In Luke 14, one of Jerusalem's leading Pharisees invites Jesus to a banquet he's hosting in his home on the Sabbath. Luke never clarifies if the 12 disciples attend this banquet with Jesus; however, he does say in verse 1 that the Pharisees "were watching him closely" as he ate and interacted with other guests.

6 Meaningful Hymns Seniors Can Enjoy This Summer

Seniors that want to strengthen their bonds with God and their fellow believers this summer may find the perfect way to do both in their next worship service. Singing hymns and praise songs, as an individual and a group, has the extraordinary ability to propel believers into the presence of God and unify their hearts as the Body of Christ.Here at Bethesda Gardens assisted living community in Arlington, we love singing with our residents and schedule a calendar activity with hymns each Sunday morning after church services with Diane.

A Senior's Guide to Social Media

It’s easier to stay connected with the whole world now than at any other time. Social media lets you connect with people all over the world instantly. Learn how to start taking part in the new world of social media with this quick guide.

Hearing Loss: When Do You Need to See Your Doctor About?

Hearing loss can be a troublesome part of getting older, but you don't have to struggle to cope with hearing loss alone. Seeking help from your doctor and the people around you can help you manage hearing loss and improve your symptoms. Below, you can find out whether hearing loss is normal in seniors and when to seek medical assistance.