Spring is a great time to get outdoors and get moving! Here are some senior-friendly exercises to enjoy outside. […]
Strong Friendships are the Key to Healthy Aging
We’ve all heard that eating well and exercising are an important part of living a healthy lifestyle. But did you know that our friendships also play a key role in promoting our overall health and wellbeing? This is especially true as we grow older! […]
How to Make the Holidays Merry After a Move to Senior Living
The holidays are officially here, and we’re all looking forward to gathering with friends and family. And if your loved one has recently moved from their home to a senior living community, you might be wondering about the best ways to celebrate the season together. While your celebrations may be a little different than in […]
How to Choose Safe Footwear for Older Adults
According to the National Council on Aging, falls are the most dangerous health and safety risk older adults face today. Falls are the number one cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries among Americans over the age of 65, and of those who fall, two-thirds will fall again within six months. Even older adults who are […]
How to Choose the Best Memory Care for an Older Loved One
One of the most difficult situations a spouse or adult child can face is a loved one with a progressive memory disease like Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Caregivers may want to provide a home environment as long as possible, but eventually, their loved one’s needs escalate above their ability to manage. At that point, it […]
4 Science-Backed Reasons to Read More Books
In today’s digital age, it comes to no surprise to learn that electronic screens are beating books in the battle for our attention. According to a survey by the Pew Research Foundation, about a quarter of U.S. adults reported that they haven’t read a book (in whole or in part) in the past 12 months, […]
A Guide to Senior Living Terminology
If you’re just beginning to research senior living communities for yourself or an older loved one, you’ve probably come across some unfamiliar terminology. It’s easy to be confused by the special language used in senior living and senior care, so don’t worry if you’re a little lost at first. This list of common senior living […]
5 Top Trends in Senior Living Communities
If you’re just beginning the search for a senior living community for yourself or an older loved one, you might be wondering what to expect. Like many people, you may assume that senior living hasn’t changed since the “nursing homes” of years past. Actually, senior living has evolved a great deal over the last few […]
Healthy New Year’s Resolutions for Seniors
Happy New Year! If you’re like most people, you see the new year as an opportunity for a fresh start. From improving health and wellness to building new friendships to planning for the future, now is a perfect time to create goals and build habits for a happier, healthier year ahead. Here are a few […]
How to Recognize the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease in Seniors
It’s normal to forget things from time to time, especially as we grow older. Everyone experiences occasional forgetfulness such as misplacing their keys or forgetting which word they want to use in a conversation, and instances of memory loss may become even more frequent among aging adults. While occasional memory lapses can be frustrating, they […]
