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decrease agitation levels

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according to some non-human animal studies

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Promising recent research suggests

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lower blood pressure

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increased levels of hormones and chemicals like serotonin

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a common nutrient deficiency among older adults

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Several studies support the benefits of senior gardening

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a sense of accomplishment while boosting physical and mental health

ncbi.nlm.nih.gov Horticulture therapy a sense of accomplishment while boosting physical and mental health

Some preliminary research even suggests

ncbi.nlm.nih.gov Horticulture therapy and Dementia Some preliminary research even suggests

Fresh air. Physical activity. Connection to nature. A sense of accomplishment. There are plenty of reasons people enjoy gardening... and there is no reason that age needs to be a barrier to enjoying horticulture. At Monarch Communities®, we fully believe in the benefits of gardening for seniors—and we think that you should too!

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