Social connection matters just as much as physical health for seniors. Close friendships can dramatically reduce depression, cognitive decline and chronic loneliness in older adults. Yet health challenges often bring unexpected social isolation and stigma, leaving families wondering how to…
Sleep troubles don’t have to define the assisted living in Wisconsin experience for your loved one. The challenges we’ve discussed—from age-related changes to environmental disruptions—represent real obstacles, yet they also point toward clear solutions that caring communities can implement. Quality…
Getting lost in the pages of a great book is an excellent way to spend a hot summer day, but you can take the thrill of summer reading one step further by joining a book club for seniors. It’s a…
Few things top the unconditional love and affection of a beloved pet — unless that pet is also a source of therapeutic relief. Pet therapy builds on the natural comfort that comes from engaging with animals, taking those benefits even…
Eating well-balanced meals and getting exercise every day are important ways to protect your health as you age. Equally important is your mental health. If you’re like many retirees, you may find settling comfortably into retirement takes a little time…
The moment you realize your loved one isn’t safe living on their own can be difficult and raise a lot of questions. How do I keep them safe while allowing them to live their best life? What is the right…
If you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other form of dementia, you may notice they become agitated or angry during the early evening. What could be going on is known as Sundowner’s Syndrome. What is sundowning? It’s…
While it’s easy to get excited about springtime’s warmer temperatures, budding trees and colorful flowers, the season also brings with it the chance some rain could fall on your parade. That’s why this blog post is filled with indoor activities…
Life has a rhythm that’s all around us: the patter of rain on the roof, the beating of our heart, the measured pace of our footsteps. So it makes sense that we’re drawn to music from an early age and…
Choosing to move to a senior living community is an exciting decision! This is where you’ll live the retirement lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of – with activities to fill your days and delicious culinary offerings to share with new friends,…
