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 […]
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 […]
4 Benefits of Moving to a Faith-Based Retirement Community
Faith is an important aspect of many seniors’ lives. When considering the move to a retirement community, it can be helpful to consider your spiritual needs in addition to your physical needs. About 80% of today’s continuing care retirement communities are owned and operated by nonprofit organizations, and many of these are also faith-based […]
4 Mistakes to Avoid in Your Senior Living Community Search
Choosing a retirement community for yourself or a loved one is an important, life-altering decision. There are so many different options that some families may become overwhelmed, or even delay their decision out of fear of making the wrong choice. Avoid this problem by learning from these common retirement community search mistakes. Waiting too […]
What You Need to Know About Senior Malnutrition
Is your loved one eating less or not eating many healthy foods? Malnutrition is a growing problem among seniors. As we grow older, certain factors such as limited mobility, forgetfulness, difficulty cooking, or loss of appetite can cause seniors to consume unhealthy foods or skip meals entirely. If you’re concerned about your aging parent or […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Talking to Your Parents About Assisted Living
One of the most difficult conversations of your life may be talking to your aging parents about moving from their longtime home into assisted living or another senior living option. Your parents may have a stubborn mindset and harbor a different perception of what senior living entails, often confusing assisted living with nursing homes. In […]
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 […]
5 Natural Ways to Help Seniors Get More Sleep
A restful night’s sleep is good for anyone, but as we age, we can experience changes in our sleep patterns. Insomnia is a serious senior health issue, and is often caused by certain medications, anxiety and depression, stress, poor diet, and other health problems. Even a lack of sunlight can contribute to significant sleep problems […]
4 Mother’s Day Activities for Seniors
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate and honor the mothers and important women in our lives. If your mother is living in a retirement community, there are plenty of creative ways to celebrate Mother’s Day without having to leave the comfort of the community. With Mother’s Day right around the corner, here are a […]
