More and more older adults are choosing to downsize to an independent living community after retirement as a way to save money, free up time, and reduce the stress of owning a larger home. Are you wondering if you should follow the trend and move to a smaller, easier-to-manage space? Look for these clear signs […]
3 Warning Signs of Senior Isolation
There are countless benefits to having strong friendships, especially as we grow older. Yet for many older adults, social ties fade over time, increasing the risk of experiencing loneliness and isolation. According to recent research, 18 percent of seniors live alone and 43 percent report feeling lonely on a regular basis. The negative consequences of […]
3 Surefire Signs It’s Time to Move to a Senior Living Community
Moving an aging loved one from their longtime home is never an easy decision to make. Unfortunately, many families avoid making this important decision, often waiting until an emergency arises to move their older loved ones into a retirement community. The truth is that living outside a senior living community can prevent older adults from […]
4 Winter Activities Enjoyed in Senior Communities
Winter can often signal a limitation in one’s everyday activities, especially if you live alone or in a remote area. One of the great benefits of living in a senior community is that winter doesn’t have to signal the onset of cabin fever! Here are four popular activities enjoyed by older adults in senior communities […]
4 Ways Senior Living Communities Help Improve Memory
Are you considering retirement village living? It turns out that living in a retirement village isn’t only great for your social life, but can also help improve your memory. As we age, we all experience memory changes. Research shows that our ability to focus and pay attention is reduced over time, and it’s not as […]
More than Bingo: Activities at Senior Care Communities
If you’ve started talking to your parents about living in a senior care community, one of the things you’ve probably heard them say is, “What would I do there? It would be boring!” But senior centers and retirement communities have changed a lot in the last decade. Increasing demand for senior care communities has also […]
The Importance of Fitness for Independent Retirement Living
When it comes to aging well and maintaining our mobility for independent retirement living, it turns out that exercise really is the key. In a 2014 study featuring a group of 1,600 seniors aged 70-89 who were suffering from mobility issues, it was found that the group who participated in regular physical activities dramatically improved their […]
Fact or Fiction? 3 Assisted Living Myths Debunked
Have you or a loved one suggested the option of moving into an assisted living facility? An assisted living facility is a community for seniors who need a little extra help to perform daily tasks like bathing, dressing, cooking, and managing their medications. These communities offer housing and support services, as well as on-call or […]
9 Proven Ways to Reduce Stress
Stress remains a constant in our fast-paced society, even in retirement. Absent or busy family members, financial worries, or feelings of loss can trigger ongoing stress that negatively impacts your health. Stress is a natural reaction to sudden, demanding circumstances. But when the stress becomes chronic and ongoing, it becomes a problem. Are you handling […]
5 Retirement Community Trends
As more and more adults reach retirement age, retirement community trends have had to change, too. It’s not just design trends, but the communities themselves which need to adjust to new expectations in elder care. Here are some retirement community trends you should expect to see in the next decade: 1) Continuing Care. Continuing Care […]
