The COVID-19 pandemic has forced senior living communities to place strict visitor restrictions because seniors are more vulnerable to the virus. While this protects the residents in senior living, loss of touch with family can lead to loneliness, isolation, and depression. For this reason, senior living communities have had to devise ways to ensure ongoing…
There is no question that your physiology changes as you advance in years. Your body starts to grow weaker, and you become vulnerable to diseases. In fact, most chronic diseases appear in advanced years. Do not worry since these changes are just a part of the normal aging process. However, you will need to do…
As the weather begins to turn chillier, you know that winter is just about here. Many people start thinking about the holidays during this time or preparing for winter activities they enjoy. However, it’s also essential to consider winter safety, especially if you’re a senior. The winter can be a time of risk for seniors…
As you get older, your body tends to deteriorate as well. Your sight and hearing may weaken, as will your immune system, opening you up to certain medical conditions. That said, you can protect your overall health over the next chapter of your life by consciously making smart and healthy eating choices. At Clover Hill,…
The American dream used to be getting a good job and earning enough money to have a house with a white picket fence and 2.5 children. However, once you’ve achieved that dream, there isn’t much guidance about what the next steps should be. Many people have been working for most or all of their adult…
As your parents get older, they may not want to deal with the large house and daily chores that go along with it. They may also need a little more help to complete day to day tasks. As a result, you may begin to wonder what the best options for your parents are and what…
Individualized and exciting activities should be at the heart of senior living. It enhances the quality of life for the residents and ensures a better way of life. However, senior living activities should not all be bingo, card games, or watching the latest movie. Instead, the activities for seniors should stimulate their minds and bodies,…
A healthy diet for seniors is a vital part of maintaining your health as you get older. This term means that you need to give your body the right nutrients and maintain a healthy weight. Doing so can help you stay active and allow you to thrive throughout your golden years. Furthermore, you’ll spend significantly…
For many adult children of aging parents, the time to seek senior care may sneak up on you. There may come a time that you need to hand your parent’s care over to professionals. However, you wonder how to go about choosing senior care for your parent. While this process sounds complicated, it can be…