It’s probably no coincidence that a pecan resembles the human brain. This crunchy nut is a nutritional powerhouse, packing an incredible amount of goodness into a tiny, tasty package. Among the nutrients you’ll find inside are: Magnesium: Low magnesium can cause high blood pressure, osteoporosis, fatigue, and irregular heartbeat. Luckily, the pecan contains nearly 11% […] Read More >>

Healthy feet are critical to mobility, but dementia may hinder a person’s ability to recognize foot pain. If you notice a change in gait, increase in falls, or an unwillingness to ambulate, foot problems could be the culprit. In addition to regular visits to the podiatrist, check feet often for these issues: bunions, calluses, corns, […] Read More >>

Light the candles and break out the Thin Mints—the Girl Scouts celebrate their 107th birthday this month! On March 12th, 1912, Juliette Gordon Low officially registered the very first troop members in Savannah, GA. Today, there are over 2.6 million Girl Scouts worldwide. The Girl Scouts are frequent visitors at our Autumn Leaves communities, and the friendship […] Read More >>

You may be surprised to learn that Alzheimer’s is the fourth leading cause of death for African Americans, but only the sixth leading cause of death among whites. It is also often referred to as a “Silent Epidemic” among African Americans, due largely in part to an unwillingness to fully acknowledge and openly discuss the […] Read More >>