Senior Care Resources & News

Looking for meaningful ways to show your aging parent or loved one much you care this holiday season? When it comes to celebrating the holidays with seniors in your life, you may want to explore different ways to make the day special, particularly if they live in a senior living community or require additional support.

As you gear up for this year’s holiday shopping, consider these holiday gift ideas for the elderly loved ones in your life.  

Focusing on good nutrition is important throughout the year. However, it is especially important during the winter season when cold weather and longer days can impact a senior’s health and well-being. Factors like being isolated in the home, having difficulty preparing meals, issues chewing or swallowing food and loss of appetite can make it very challenging for seniors to get the proper nutrition they need to lead a healthy lifestyle. 

Eating a well-balanced diet during the winter months can help seniors maintain a healthy weight, promote healthy glucose levels, boost energy levels and strengthen their immune systems to fight off viruses, like the cold and flu. The following strategies can help older adults maintain optimal health this winter.  

Wearable technology is a broad term that includes any electronic device that is worn on the body. Common devices include fitness trackers, like a Fitbit or a smartwatch. Other products include pendants worn around the neck or technology that is embedded into clothing. While younger generations have readily adopted this technology, today’s seniors are also embracing wearable devices to enhance health, increase safety and take control of their mental and physical wellbeing like never before.  

Has your older parent or loved one reached a point that they can no longer take care of themselves or live independently? An assisted living community might be a good option as you explore new avenues to support their ever-changing needs, both now and in the future.

For many, the holiday season is a special time to gather with friends and family. Unfortunately, it can also be a lonely or isolating season for older adults who live alone or far away from family and friends. Studies show that loneliness and isolation is a serious issue for seniors as it increases the risk of heart disease, depression, sleep problems, stroke, dementia and overall quality of life. 

Senior living is a broad term that includes a range of residential options and services designed to meet the ever-changing needs of older adults. Senior communities can include independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehab and skilled nursing facilities. 

For many of us, music is a meaningful form of entertainment and relaxation. But did you know that it can also provide powerful therapeutic benefits as well? Music therapy for aging adults has become increasingly popular in recent years. It’s no wonder that many senior living communities have included this type of therapy as a part of their holistic wellness plan to help residents restore and maintain their physical, mental, social and emotional well-being. 

Summer is a wonderful time to get outside, be active and socialize with the ones you love—no matter what your age.  From soaking up the sun’s rays to exploring nature and spending time with friends, embracing summertime activities in your senior years can significantly enhance your physical, mental and emotional well-being. 

As you or your senior loved one think about how to spend the summer months, consider these fun, warm weather activities.

Grandparents and grandkids share a special bond. Your grandkids will forever cherish the memories you make with them, but it can sometimes be challenging to think of meaningful ways to spend time together. Fortunately, bridging the generation gap doesn’t have to be anything extravagant or over-the-top. Even small activities can be fun and encourage quality time.