Dogwood Forest of Grayson

Heart healthy habits for seniors

Dr. Alan L. Wang graduated with his M.D. in 1996 from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta and completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas in 1999. He is also board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

How to Be happy!

• Do what you can with what you have where you are. Everyone is doing the best with the circumstances they have been given

Dogwood Forest welcomes Bill Windsor

Meet Dogwood Forest of Grayson’s newest team member and General Manager, Bill Windsor. Bill is originally from Cambridge, Maryland; he is married, has two children Emmie 30 and Palmer 22, and 5 rescue dogs.

8 Benefits of Caregiver Support Groups

You’re not alone in this
Caregiving is a tough and isolating experience. But caregiver support groups are filled with people in similar situations. Finally! People who fully understand what you’re going through!

Walking and Well-Being for People Over 60

“Let’s take a walk!” For most dogs, pulling out a leash is a sure way to set their tails wagging. For many seniors, having a dog is great motivation to get moving. And the biggest health boost comes to dog-walking owners who have the strongest bonds with their pets, according to The Journal of Gerontologist.

Long-Term Care Insurance

We all know the importance of having home insurance, car insurance, dental insurance, and many types of health insurance. However, many often neglect to secure a very important insurance that is critical—especially as we age.

Understanding the Importance of Hydration to Senior Adults

We might think about water at the gym and the importance of staying hydrated, but may not think regularly about hydrating throughout the day. The consideration for hydration is especially important during the hot summer months and extremely important for seniors as they are especially prone to dehydration which could cause serious health problems.

Chair Yoga for Seniors

A popular falsehood is that yoga is for young slim people who can contort their bodies naturally like a pretzel. This simply not the case. Yoga is beneficial for many of all ages by reducing stress and anxiety, improving flexibility and overall fitness performance. Yoga can also be beneficial for your heart and overall health, assist with weight loss and help with chronic conditions such as arthritis and osteoporosis. Yoga also keeps us in tune with ourselves and a feeling of connection with our own bodies.