Senior Care Resources & News

As we age, maintaining our physical, mental, and emotional well-being becomes increasingly important. One simple yet highly effective way for seniors to achieve this is by spending time outdoors. Whether it’s a walk in the park, tending to a garden, or participating in outside group activities, older adults can reap many benefits from spending time outdoors. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of spending time outside for seniors.   

Navigating the world of senior living – for yourself or a loved one—can be challenging and confusing.  Understanding the terms below can be helpful when exploring senior living options and making decisions about care for yourself or a loved one.

Springtime is the perfect time to start cleaning and organizing your living space. For older adults, decluttering the home not only creates a more organized living environment, but also promotes safety and well-being. Tackling a cluttered house or apartment alone when you are a senior, however, can be overwhelming. Whether you’re downsizing, preparing to move into a senior living community, or just refreshing your house, here are some practical ways for seniors to declutter their homes. 

Traveling is a wonderful way to explore different places, meet new people, and create lasting memories. For seniors, travel can be especially rewarding, offering opportunities to see the world in new ways and enjoy retirement. However, it also requires some extra planning and consideration. Here are some essential tips to help seniors have a safe, enjoyable, and stress-free travel experience.

Father's Day is a special occasion that allows us to show our appreciation for the fathers and grandfathers in our lives. If your dad is older, however, it can be difficult to find meaningful ways to show your love and appreciation.  

Parkinson's disease is a progressive nervous system disorder that affects movement. The disease occurs when nerve cells in the brain gradually break down or die. These neurons produce dopamine, a chemical messenger that helps regulate movement. When dopamine levels drop, it leads to the symptoms of Parkinson's. 

There’s currently no cure for dementia, but early diagnosis and appropriate care can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life. Caregivers and senior living communities have found that the therapeutic use of music is one way of enabling individuals with dementia to communicate and increase the quality of their lives. Music has the power to relax, excite, enhance mood, inspire movement, improve memory, and bring people together—no matter what your age. Here is a look at the positive role music can play in seniors’ lives and how to incorporate it into everyday living. 

Whether you are nearing retirement or have recently retired, you’ve probably started thinking about what your living arrangements will look like in the future. Should you continue living at home or is it time to explore the option of moving into a senior living community? While there are benefits to both choices, today’s senior living communities offer a host of benefits that can significantly enhance a senior’s quality of life, promote wellness and provide peace of mind.  

Has your elderly parent or loved one recently moved to a senior living community? If so, you likely have questions or concerns about how you will stay connected. More than anything, it is important that you stay involved in your loved one’s life.

Whether you are nearing retirement or you have recently retired, this chapter in life marks a significant milestone. One of the most rewarding aspects of retirement is the opportunity to spend more time discovering hobbies and interests that you didn’t have time to pursue when you had work and family commitments.