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Features
Transportation
Des Moines International (9 miles away)
Nearby Places of Interest
Located in Carlisle, Iowa, this area offers a mix of essential services and amenities for seniors. Within a short drive, you will find places of worship such as St Marys Church Hall and Vandalia Church of Christ for spiritual fulfillment. Nearby medical facilities include South Glenn Walk In Clinic, Mercy East Pediatric Clinic, and Wolfe Eye Clinic for convenient healthcare access. Restaurants like IHOP and B & B Grocery Meat & Deli provide dining options, while pharmacies such as Walgreens and Midwest Compounding offer medication needs. Parks like Stone Park and Gray's Lake Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation. Additionally, transportation options are available with Des Moines International Airport nearby. With hospitals like Unity Point Health and Methodist Hospital North 6 in close proximity, seniors can feel reassured about their healthcare needs being met in this community.
The article outlines strategies for keeping seniors' minds active through brain games and apps, highlighting the importance of cognitive exercises, social engagement, and a healthy lifestyle in combating cognitive decline. It emphasizes the benefits of various types of games and offers practical tips for maintaining mental wellness through enjoyable activities while acknowledging their limitations.
The VA Aid and Attendance program offers financial assistance to veterans needing help with daily activities due to health issues, available through a pension for low-income wartime veterans or an allowance for 100% disabled individuals. Eligibility depends on medical documentation of care needs and navigating guidelines about income and service history, with funds being usable for various healthcare-related expenses.