Seniors can enjoy several outdoor activities during the warm months like bird watching or going for a peaceful walk around the community. […]
5 Outdoor Activities for Seniors to Enjoy
Questions to Ask on an Assisted Living Tour
When embarking on a tour of potential assisted living communities, it’s essential to gather as much information as possible and ask questions about security, care, support, meals, pricing, and services to ensure the well-being and happiness of a loved one. […]
How Music Therapy Supports Seniors at Bethany Village
We’re all probably familiar with how music can affect our mood, making us feel happy, relaxed or more energized, and even remind us of a loved one, depending on the tune. When it comes to health care settings, specialists, called music therapists, use this healing power of music to help those in their care. What […]
Assisted Living: The Right Balance Between Independence & Extra Support
Assisted living is a supportive lifestyle within our community with services and amenities to manage residents’ needs. In contrast, independent living is a downsized and simplified way of life. […]
Choosing Assisted Living: 5 Questions Your Family Should Ask
If you’re concerned about the safety of your parent living alone, or if your parent requires more daily assistance than you can provide, it may be wise to begin looking at an assisted living community. In assisted living, residents live independently but receive assistance with daily activities such as medication management, grooming, bathing, and getting dressed. […]
Transitioning to Assisted Living: What to Expect
Choosing to move into assisted living is a life-changing decision. The transition extends from the initial conversation to well after move-in is complete. It’s an exciting and transformative time in a senior’s life to get acquainted with assisted living. Assisted living at Bethany Village is a fulfilling next step when independent living is becoming too […]
Moving to Assisted Living: A Complete Checklist
Transitioning to a new stage of life can bring out many different emotions, from excitement to uncertainty. Knowing what your next steps are before moving to a close-knit community and assisted living lifestyle can help put your mind at ease. […]
Top 10 Gifts for Seniors in Assisted Living
Buying a gift for someone can be a difficult task. If you have a loved one living in an assisted living community, it can be even more challenging to know what they would value, appreciate, or need. If your loved one has a celebration around the corner, you might be stressed thinking about what to […]
Staying in your home or moving to a senior community? Pros & Cons
As you age, there are important decisions to make surrounding your lifestyle. Whether you decide to stay in your home or move into a senior living community, it’s essential that you understand the pros and cons of each option so you can be confident with whatever decision you choose. We’ll discuss how each option impacts […]
What’s the Difference Between Independent Living and Assisted Living?
It’s a common question: What’s the difference between independent living and assisted living? While these two types of senior living may sound similar, there are some key differences to note. If you’re beginning to search for the right senior living option for yourself or a loved one, understanding the basics of independent and assisted living […]
