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…
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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.…
7 Benefits of Staying Physically and Socially Active as You Age
Americans are living longer than their grandparents, but not necessarily in better health. Many older adults have multiple chronic conditions, such as Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, osteoarthritis or cancer. While advances in medicines are making it easier for seniors…
The Mediterranean diet: A healthy way to eat for seniors
You may wonder how Mediterranean dishes such as lasagna, spaghetti, kebabs and spanakopita can be good for your health. Eaten in moderation and prepared in the traditional way, they can be part of a healthy diet. What’s not healthy is…
Is It Alzheimer’s or Normal Memory Loss?
Ever walked into a room and forgot why you went there? Or met a friend, recognized their face, but couldn’t summon their name? It’s embarrassing, but probably nothing to worry about. These types of memory lapses are common among older…
The Health Benefits of Joining a Senior Fitness Program
Many Americans lead a sedentary lifestyle, and seniors are no exception. A recent study of older adults ages 65+ showed approximately 67% are inactive for over eight hours each day. With the risks surrounding a sedentary lifestyle so well publicized,…