Did you know that one in four Americans over the age of 65 falls each year? The older we get, the more difficult it is for us to recover from even minor falls. Especially during the winter season, seniors have a greater risk of experiencing a slip or fall in the ice and snow. Luckily, […]
4 Easy Ways to Maintain a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
According to the American Heart Association, approximately 92.1 million adults in the United States live with some form of heart disease. For adults over the age of 65, the risk of developing heart disease is even greater. Luckily, starting heart-healthy behaviors now can greatly reduce the risk of developing heart disease and stroke later on. […]
Stress Less: How Senior Community Living Helps Seniors Manage Stress
Throughout life, we all experience certain amounts of stress. Whether we feel stress from the pressures of working, paying bills, maintaining a home, or raising children, daily stressors are a natural occurrence, even for older adults. However, for some seniors, stress and tension can become overwhelming. Undue stress can be the result of losing a […]
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 […]
How to Navigate Tough Conversations with Aging Parents
The decision to move an aging relative from their longtime home into a retirement community can be one of the most difficult decisions a family can make. Some families avoid the conversation altogether, often waiting until an emergency arises to move their loved ones into a retirement community. However, finding the right retirement community for […]
3 Reasons to Get an Early Start on the Assisted Living Search
Moving to an assisted living community can be one of the hardest decisions families make for an aging relative. As a result, some families delay having important conversations with loved ones, often waiting until a crisis arises to move into a senior living community. However, moving to an assisted living facility can also be one […]
4 Common Myths About Senior Living Communities
When the time comes to talk to your aging parents about moving from their longtime home into a retirement community, you may be met with stubbornness and objection. That’s because many older adults have ill-conceived perceptions of retirement communities that simply aren’t true. If you’re ready to start the conversation about downsizing to a retirement […]
3 Reasons to Choose Inpatient Physical Rehab Centers for Seniors
Following a serious injury or illness requiring hospitalization, many doctors will recommend that their senior patients stay in a physical rehabilitation center as they recover. Inpatient senior rehabilitation is different from outpatient rehabilitation in that seniors are not required to drive or be transported to a rehab clinic for scheduled appointments. Instead, they stay for […]
4 Tips for Planning a Visit with Loved Ones in a Retirement Community
Are you planning a visit to a loved one in a retirement community? Visits from family or friends can provide a wonderful opportunity for bonding, learning, and connection for residents living in a retirement community. As we know, loneliness and isolation can be major health risks for seniors, leading to anxiety, depression, and even […]
Local Summer Activities to Enjoy with Seniors
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy everything the city of Dayton has to offer. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of summer events that older adults are sure to enjoy, right here in the area. Many retirement communities schedule outings to local events and even offer complimentary transportation so residents don’t need to worry […]
