Choosing an assisted living community for a parent or older loved one can be a time-sensitive decision. Far too often, family members wait until an emergency arises to discuss the need for assisted living. By this time, their loved one may need more advanced, 24-hour nursing care. This situation can cause families to feel pressured […]
5 Generation-Bridging Activities to Enjoy with Grandchildren
There’s nothing quite as special as the relationship between grandparent and grandchild. When older and younger generations spend time together, it can lead to incredible outcomes for everyone involved. It’s been shown that interacting with young children benefits older adults’ self-esteem, memory, and communication. And for children, interacting with an older loved one can help […]
Why Exercise is Good for the Heart
We’ve heard it time and time again – exercise is good for you. Regular exercise can help us reduce stress, lose weight, and live longer, healthier lives. Exercise is also key to better heart health. According to a John Hopkins expert, in many cases, physical activity can be as beneficial to your heart as medication. […]
5 Steps to Take When a Parent Needs Assisted Living
We all want our parents to be as safe, healthy, and independent as possible as they grow older. But for most adult children, there comes a point when you realize that living at home is no longer the best option for your parent. If you start to see your parent’s health decline or notice signs […]
Enjoying Life to the Fullest: Life Enrichment in Senior Living Part II
We all want to live active, engaged lives, no matter our age. For older adults in senior living communities, life enrichment programs provide a wide variety of opportunities for recreation, exercise, social engagement, learning and of course, fun. Here’s part two of our conversation with Kathy Klein, Life Enrichment Manager at Bethany Village, about the […]
Enjoying Life to the Fullest: Life Enrichment in Senior Living Part I
Living an active and engaged life is important at every age. For older adults in a senior living community, life enrichment programs and activities provide a sense of meaning, satisfaction, and of course, fun. We recently spoke with Kathy Klein, Life Enrichment Manager at Bethany Village, about the many ways that activities and programs improve […]
5 Steps to Take When a Parent Needs Assisted Living
We all want our parents to be as safe, healthy, and independent as possible as they grow older. But for most adult children, there comes a point when you realize that living at home is no longer the best option for your parent. If you start to see your parent’s health decline or notice signs […]
What to Expect in Assisted Living
Choosing an assisted living community for an aging parent or loved one is a life-changing decision. While it can be a difficult choice to make, moving to an assisted living community is often the best decision for a loved one’s health, safety, and well-being. If you’re just beginning to look at assisted living communities, you […]
3 Ways Technology Can Make Life Easier for Seniors
Older adults are using technology more than ever before. According to a study, the number of adults over 65 who use smartphones has more than doubled since 2013, and the trend is expected to continue. But beyond smartphones, there are a number of technological tools available that can help with everything from health to security […]
A Guide to Senior Living Terminology
If you’re just beginning to research senior living communities for yourself or an older loved one, you’ve probably come across some unfamiliar terminology. It’s easy to be confused by the special language used in senior living and senior care, so don’t worry if you’re a little lost at first. This list of common senior living […]
