In March of 2020, COVID-19 hit the world hard. Workplaces, local businesses, even state governments were at a stand-still. But, there was no environment where the pandemic was more impactful than in senior living communities – or so it would seem. With visitation completely shut down and scheduled trips halted, what exactly did residents spend…
When your parents or grandparents enter their golden years, you must come to accept the fact that they need to eventually transition over to some form of senior living program like memory care, respite care, and assisted living. It may be confusing for yourself as well as for your senior family member having to go…
You’ve probably driven past one or more of these shiny, new-construction senior living communities that have been popping up in recent years and thought to yourself, “Wow, those sure don’t look like they used to.” It’s true; they don’t. And in fact, today’s senior living communities simply aren’t like they used to be. They’re modern…
Turning 65 is a milestone and should be celebrated. 65 was once considered the standard retirement age and you can start making full use of senior discounts! While you should be keeping fit and eating right to keep yourself healthy, you should also consider other things to do, like taking a look at your healthcare…
When your loved ones transition to retirement, they’ll enter a new phase in life that’s slower and much more relaxed. This means that your loved ones can easily fall into the habit of not keeping themselves busy. Not being active can result in both physical and psychological problems that will affect their overall well-being. Thankfully,…
Some elderly have no choice but to live alone. It could be because they are unmarried, have less family and friends, or don’t belong to a religious, community, or social organization. They also don’t want to live in an assisted living community or are unable to afford the costs. However, older adults living alone can…
Many people have a common misconception about assisted living that it is pretty much the same as nursing homes. When people think of assisted living, the first image that comes to mind is usually white walls and steel beds. If you get the chance to visit an assisted living community, you will find that it…
Selecting the right living community for your loved one is an important decision that one must make. During the decision-making process, it is key to think of that someone dear to you – be it your spouse, father, mother, uncle, or aunt. Consider several living community choices around you and compare to see which suits…
Each day should be lived to the fullest and starting your day right will put you on the best track to enjoying the rest of your day. Here are some simple activities you can do daily to boost your energy so that you can make the best of your day. Prepare for the Next Day…
As the decision to move into a senior living community is a big one that involves the entire family, you have to be sure you have made the right decision to provide a safe and happy environment for your loved ones. Moving to a senior living community is a drastic change for anyone, which is…