A
t any age, people with access to
nature are healthier overall and
more satisfied with life.
gardens
often give a sense of control, by soothing
anxiety, fear, anger and other negative
feelings—especially valuable during adjustment to a physical or mental...
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A
t any age, people with access to
nature are healthier overall and
more satisfied with life.
gardens
often give a sense of control, by soothing
anxiety, fear, anger and other negative
feelings—especially valuable during adjustment to a physical or mental disability,
including the effects of a stroke.
studies by sociologist John zeisel suggest that continuous access to sensitively
designed porches, patios and gardens stimulate some people with Alzheimer’s disease
to function at higher levels.
During early
stages, their internal clocks may become
Flower Power
How Gardens Can Improve Your Residents’ Health
by Carol Milano
Flowers, trees and green spaces often
please older people, regardless of their
condition.
Now, researchers are showing
that certain plant types, configurations,
views and garden-related activities actually do improve seniors’ health.
Which are beneficial? How do they generate measurable cognitive, emotional, social
and physical effects? Here is a look at the
scient
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