Choosing a senior living community is one of life’s biggest decisions. You want to find the right community, one that not only provides high-quality care but also matches your lifestyle and preferences for amenities and services. As you begin to search, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed by all the options available. The truth is that […]
5 Hobbies to Try in Retirement
After years of hard work, retirement is a well-deserved break and an opportunity to pursue the hobbies and activities that bring you joy. How do you envision spending your retirement years? If you’re looking for a little inspiration, here are some of the top hobbies to try in retirement: #1: Grow your green thumb Whether […]
The Taste of Summer: Healthy Summer Snack Choices
Eating a well-balanced diet is an essential part of our overall health and wellness, especially as we get older. In addition to making smart food choices for meals, it’s important to eat wholesome, satisfying snacks throughout the day. Including a combination of fruits, veggies, and protein in your diet is a great way to stay […]
5 Clubs to Join in Retirement Living
Staying social is essential for one’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being, at any stage of life. That’s why today’s retirement communities offer daily opportunities for residents to socialize, from events to dining to fun scheduled activities. One of the most popular ways for new residents to get involved after moving to a retirement community is […]
How to Make a New Space Feel like Home
Any move can be intimidating, but when it comes to moving into a retirement community, the added challenge of downsizing can make moving even more overwhelming. At Bethany Village, we want to help our residents make their new place feel like home as quickly as possible. Here are four tips that will help make […]
3 Ways to Ease the Transition to Independent Living
Moving from a long-time home to a new, easier-to-manage residence in an independent living community is a major transition for older adults. Like any big change or shift in life, relocating can be uncomfortable, even when you’re looking forward to all the amenities and benefits that come with independent living! Thankfully, there are many ways […]
What are the Best Pets for Older Adults?
Pets fill a very special role in our lives, providing companionship, joy, acceptance, and unconditional love. Interaction with animals can also offer significant mental, physical, and emotional health benefits for people of all ages, particularly older adults. Today, let’s take a look at the mutually beneficial relationship between pets and seniors. Pets and Health If […]
Dealing with the Emotional Side of Downsizing
There are countless benefits to moving to an Independent Living community, where retirees enjoy easier-to-manage living spaces and daily opportunities for fun with friends. However, the idea of the stress and effort involved in sorting through decades of memories and belongings can lead many older adults to delay the process of downsizing. There’s no need […]
What to Do with Sentimental Items when Moving to Independent Living
Moving and downsizing is made easier with these helpful tips for organizing and streamlining your belongings. […]
Less is More: The Upsides of Downsizing
Happy thoughtful senior woman looking away while leaning on terrace railing […]
