If you’re concerned about the safety of your parent living alone, or if your parent requires more daily assistance than you can provide, it may be wise to begin looking at an assisted living community. In assisted living, residents live independently but receive assistance with daily activities such as medication management, grooming, bathing, and getting dressed. […]
Long-Distance Caregiving for Aging Parents: How to Plan for the Future Together
Caring for an aging parent or loved one can be challenging, but it’s even more difficult when you live in another city or state. According to the National Institute on Aging, if you live more than an hour away from a person who needs your care, you’re a long distance caregiver. Like local caregivers, long-distance […]
5 Benefits of Apartment Living for Seniors
Moving on to a new stage of life can be an exciting experience. Finding the right community and living situation for yourself or your loved one to move on to retirement depends on your unique needs. While seniors often have a stand alone home in mind when looking at independent living options, apartment living provides […]
10 Ways Senior Communities Promote Health & Wellness
Senior communities are among the most popular choice for older adults who want to continue to live independently. They provide living for seniors with health, wellness, and highly personalized care. Aging in place is not always an option for many seniors. With age comes many challenges, including health concerns and disability. Aging well or successful […]
Why Fewer Square Feet Works for Senior Downsizers
Moving into a smaller home isn’t as big of a sacrifice as you might think. Sure, you’re giving up square footage, but you’ll be saving big in other areas. Seven to eight hundred square feet may sound small, but it’s actually the ideal amount of space for seniors who are looking to downsize. According to an estimate provided by The […]
5 New Year’s Resolutions for a Healthier, Happier 2022
Set goals for 2022 with these New Year’s Resolutions for seniors. […]
Healthy Aging: Tips for Eating Well All Winter Long!
What can seniors do to eat well all winter long? Here are a few tips to help seniors eat a well-balanced diet. […]
Make the Holidays Memorable in Senior Living
We have some tips to help you share the holiday spirit and make the holidays extra special for loved ones in a senior living community. […]
Home for the Holidays? 5 Signs to Look for When Visiting Senior Loved Ones
If you’re visiting long-distant senior loved ones for the holidays, pay attention to these signs they may need a little extra help. […]
3 Benefits of Home Health Care During the Holidays
Home health care can take the stress out of the holidays for seniors and their families, making it more enjoyable for everyone. […]