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The Importance of Community and Fellowship for Seniors of Faith and How Faith-Based Assisted Living Can Help

No matter where you are, you can practice your faith and strengthen your walk with God. However, that journey is often easier when you embrace community and fellowship. Surrounding yourself with other people of faith can offer you several benefits. Living in a faith-based community, such as an assisted living community under the Bethesda Senior Living Communities umbrella, can offer you built-in community and fellowship to help you enjoy these benefits.

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Boredom: Everyone’s Worst Enemy

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Everyone has experienced it — the feeling that there’s nothing to do, no one to see. Nothing grabs your attention, and you feel frustrated by the emptiness. That’s right, we’re talking about boredom. While small bouts of boredom are inevitable from time to time, it’s not a feeling you want to sit with too long. Luckily, there are several easy ways to battle boredom even before it strikes.

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DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub: The Exciting New World of Food Delivery Apps

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Got a craving for chow mein, tacos, lasagna or a juicy steak? You no longer have to head to a restaurant to enjoy your favorite foods. Food delivery apps make it possible to enjoy takeout from your favorite fast food, casual and fine dining restaurants without having to leave home. With more residents of the independent living communities under the Bethesda Senior Living Communities umbrella discovering the delicious benefits of these apps, we want to introduce them to everyone. Read on to learn more about food delivery apps and get some handy tips on how to use them.

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Why The News Is So Depressing: How Modern Media Affects Your State of Mind

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If you feel anxious after hearing about current events, rest assured you're not alone. Many people experience stress when faced with a constant barrage of headlines about topics such as war, climate change, social injustice and health crises.

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4 Ways Watching the News Excessively Negatively Affects Your Health

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The news surrounds seniors in this modern age. Entire television channels are dedicated to spreading information, and the latest headlines are just a tap or click away thanks to apps, social media and podcasts. Even looking for an email from a loved one offers the opportunity to check out current events across the globe.

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7 Faith-Based Podcasts for Seniors

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If you're not familiar with podcasts, you're missing out on a lot of entertainment and information. Podcasts are audio programs that are delivered via the internet. You can listen to them on your computer, mobile devices like smartphones or tablets or even a smart TV. For seniors of faith, podcasts that delve into spiritual or Biblical topics may be of interest.

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