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Senior couple enjoying summer foods during a picnic in the park.

Summer Menu Ideas for Seniors

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”7015″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] Nutritious summer foods for senior communities are important for residents to not only stay strong and healthy, but also to stay cool and refreshed! Whether you’re taking care of a loved one, or you’re looking…

A couple enjoys a morning together in independent retirement living.

Why Move to Independent Living?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”7009″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When you reach retirement age, you’re finally ready to start relaxing. But with retirement, you face a lot of decisions, ones you probably have never thought about before. Determining how you want to spend your time, where you…

Woman assists senior man in wheelchair.

Aging at Home vs. Assisted Living: What’s Best for You?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”7001″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When you start to notice a change in the amount of assistance you need with daily life, it might get you wondering about your future. While you might have always planned to age in place, you might…

Seniors socializing in a senior living community over dinner.

The Importance of Socialization for Seniors: Making New Friends

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”6990″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Healthy relationships are important at every stage of life, and seniors are no exception. Studies have shown that socializing often helps seniors to stay emotionally, physically, and mentally sharp. Social isolation has been proven again and again…

A senior man using a telephone and avoiding senior scams.

Tips to Avoid Financial and Telephone Scams Against the Elderly

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”6985″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Senior abuse comes in many different forms, but one that often doesn’t get the attention it deserves is the risk of financial elder abuse. In fact, financial elder abuse is actually the most common form of abuse…

Senior learning about technology from her adult daughter.

Helping Seniors Learn New Technology: 5 Tips for Getting Started

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”6917″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]You’re never too old to learn something new. In fact, older adults are embracing technology more than they ever have in the past. Studies have found that 83% of seniors ages 64-74 use the internet every week or…

Pet therapy being used as a way to support mental health for aging adults.

5 Mental Health and Aging Tips for Seniors

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”6930″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]As a caregiver, you often focus on your loved one’s physical health and well-being, but what you may find yourself neglecting is their mental health. Elderly mental health statistics state that 20% of senior adults ages 55+ are…

senior woman gardening

Am I Ready for Independent Senior Living? 5 Signs It’s Time

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”6892″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]If you are asking yourself, “Am I ready for senior living?” then you’ve already taken the first step in acknowledging independent senior living might be a good option for your future. But where do you go from there?…

Young woman holding hands of senior man

8 Practical Tips for Senior Caregivers

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”6882″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Most adults don’t plan on becoming senior caregivers. They just slowly transition into the role after an aging loved one has a serious illness or fall. And while there is no handbook for becoming a caregiver or even…