6 Books for Senior Book Clubs to Read in Summer 2024
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…
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The Benefits of Pet Therapy for Dementia
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…
Why Having a Sense of Purpose is Important for Healthy Aging
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…
Memory Care vs Assisted Living
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…
What is Sundowning?
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…
11 Fun Indoor Spring Activities for Seniors
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…
The Benefits of Music for Memory Care
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…
Small Ways to Decorate Your Senior Living Apartment so It Feels Like Home
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,…
Top Immune System Boosters for Seniors
When your immune system is working properly, it protects you against illnesses and infections. You feel good, productive, and can go about your day doing what you love. But when your immune system isn’t strong enough to protect you, you…
3 Ways to Cope with Caregiver Guilt
Deciding to move a parent or loved one into an assisted living community can be emotionally wrenching, especially if a parent resists the idea. You may feel guilt about not being able to provide the care your loved one needs.…