Moving into a senior living community can be an exciting but difficult time. We are leaving one stage of our life behind for another. The move brings in a new sense of freedom, one without home maintenance repairs or worries. However,...

While plenty of us expect we will need to care for the older adults in our lives at some point as they age, sometimes we find ourselves caring for multiple people in our lives. A spouse, sibling, or child may fall ill or undergo a complex...

Spring is in the air! A new season is a great time to start a new hobby or pick up an old favorite. Hobbies, especially for seniors and retirees, provide an important source of activity, socialization, and enjoyment that improve quality of life...

There are times in our lives where we feel stressed and anxious, and while this is normal, consistent feelings associated with anxiety are unhealthy and can disrupt the lives of people experiencing them.

The American Heart Association dedicates every February as American Heart Month, promoting heart-healthy actions we can take at all ages and raising awareness of cardiovascular disease. One important aspect of heart health is our activity level,...

Many of us are or will become caregivers for senior loved ones in our lives. Caring for a senior loved one is a rewarding experience as well as an important service, but many caregivers are stressed and overwhelmed navigating care as well as...

We know that taking care of our heart is extremely important, and lots of factors influence our heart health, like our diet, activity level, and even mental health. When it comes to our diet, eating heart healthy comes with visions of bland food,...

Assisted living communities often refer to “levels of care” when talking about the care needs of their residents. While these levels are important to understand how best to meet the needs of community members and their families, it can be...