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…
One of the realities that come with old age is that your immune system begins to weaken. Something as simple as a cold can lead to complications. As such, you must learn how to stay healthy during the flu season. The flu season begins in early October and ends in March. For seniors, flu can…
As the weather begins to change along with the color of the leaves, your mind may be thinking about the upcoming holidays. Everyone enjoys the excitement of the holidays and all they have to offer. From autumn to the New Year, people are bustling about as they prepare for the wonder of the season. If…
As fall approaches, many seniors may be thinking about the upcoming holidays. With Thanksgiving right around the corner, many people are making their plans. If you live in a senior living community, you may be wondering how you can have an enjoyable Thanksgiving. Some seniors may not have extended family members who live nearby. As…
People living in a senior living community may wonder about how they will celebrate the upcoming holidays. If this is your first year in a senior living home, then you may have wondered, can I celebrate the holidays in senior living? Making the transition to a new community in senior living can feel overwhelming, but…
Each chapter of life brings new opportunities and choices, and retirement is no exception. As you or your loved one matures and goes into their golden years, you may begin to consider a range of senior living options. Finding the right senior living community leads to many advantages, including healthcare, convenience, and socialization. As such,…
Earlier in life, you may have imagined having the American dream; perhaps you wanted a home that had many rooms and a large garden. However, as time goes on, your goals may have changed. You don’t need a large home for all of your children at this point. Now, you’re seeking a small and comfortable…
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…
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,…
Today, thousands of communities claim to be “continuing care” or retirement communities. These are supposed to be designed for independent seniors who are in relatively good health and want to live without having to deal with the hassle of everyday homeowning issues. There are various benefits of independent living, making such a community valuable for…