The air is crisp and cool, the leaves are changing, and pumpkins are everywhere. Fall is here! Although autumn is one of the most beautiful times of the year, the change of seasons can also present several health and safety hazards for seniors. In preparation for the coming colder months, here are some helpful tips […]
How Does Senior Living Support Active Aging?
Although getting older is inevitable, there’s more than one way to approach the idea of aging. Thanks to an emerging trend in senior living known as “active aging,” today’s seniors are not just living longer — they’re living better. Active aging is all about taking steps to stay healthy in mind and body so seniors […]
Choosing Memory Care: 5 Important Questions to Ask When Exploring Memory Care Options
If you have a parent or loved one living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, planning ahead and finding a memory care community is one of the best decisions you can make for their long-term health and wellbeing. Especially in the early to mid-stages of dementia, assisted living memory care can provide priceless peace […]
Age is Just a Number: The Power of Positivity and Healthy Aging
Feeling “young at heart” is more than just a saying. It’s a powerful mindset that can actually impact our health and wellbeing as we get older. Studies have found that seniors who feel younger than their actual age may even live longer compared with those who feel their age! By adopting healthy habits and an […]
Caregiver Burnout: When is it Time to Get Help?
As the population ages, the number of American adults providing unpaid care to a loved one has climbed to 53 million, representing more than 1 in 5 adults. Family caregivers help with everything from running errands and preparing meals to assisting with grooming, dressing, medication management, and other activities of daily living. Taking on the […]
September is Falls Prevention Month: How to Identify and Avoid Fall Risks
September is National Falls Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about falls and the steps we can all take to prevent them. Falls are particularly common — and dangerous — among adults over the age of 65. According to the National Council on Aging, one out of every four older adults will fall each […]
Happier and Healthier: New Study Reveals Benefits of Continuing-Care Retirement Communities
The Mather Institute recently released the latest report from its innovative 5-year Age Well Study. The Study provides further insight into the health and wellness of seniors living in continuing-care retirement communities (CCRCs). Building upon the first two years, Year 3 of the Age Well Study focused on the happiness and life satisfaction of residents […]
What are the Benefits of Respite Care?
Are you the primary caregiver for an aging parent or loved one? If so, you’re not alone. More than one in five American adults — 53 million in total — provide unpaid care for a family member, assisting with everything from transportation to grooming, dressing, and medication management. Being a caregiver is a significant commitment […]
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 […]
What if Your Parents Need Different Levels of Care?
We all want the best for our parents, especially as they grow older. You might be prepared to find care for your parents when they need a little extra help, but have you considered what happens if Mom and Dad have different care needs? Senior care is a continuum, which means that your parents could […]
