As the flowers bloom and the birds chirp, it’s time to welcome the warmth of spring! For seniors in assisted living communities, this season offers a plethora of opportunities for outdoor enjoyment and indoor creativity. While engaging in creative activities, whether indoors or outdoors, stimulates the mind and fosters a sense of accomplishment and joy. These activities are not just pastimes but therapeutic endeavors that enhance cognitive functions and emotional well-being. Therefore, embracing the outdoors and exploring creative pursuits during spring can significantly enrich the lives of se ..read more

If you’re looking at senior living options, the good news is that there are lots of choices to fit your particular needs and lifestyle. The challenge is sorting through all of those options. Is assisted living the right choice for you? Or would a nursing home be more appropriate? Research conducted for A Place for Mom has found that most people use the term “nursing home” when referring to all types of senior living. This confusion over terminology leads many people to choose the wrong place to live. As a result, some seniors end up spending money on care they don’t actually need, while others ..read more

When looking at assisted living communities for yourself or a loved one, you’ve probably come across the phrase “assisted living levels of care” when reviewing the types of services provided by different senior living communities. But what, exactly, does “assisted living levels of care” mean? Assisted living “levels of care” generally refers to how much assistance a person needs with activities of daily living (ADLs) as well as management of one’s health. Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) encompass essential tasks necessary for one’s everyday functioning. Activities of daily living examples i ..read more

Aging is hard on your body, so staying healthy is of the utmost importance. A key part of staying healthy is maintaining proper nutrition. However, that’s easier said than done. Some research suggests that approximately one in four older adults suffer from poor nutrition. Seniors face a variety of roadblocks when it comes to staying healthy, from declining appetites to an inability to exercise. With that in mind, senior nutrition is key to living a long, happy life. Keep reading to learn more about ways to stay healthy and live your best life into your older years. Why is senior nutrition so i ..read more

What if you or a loved one is having trouble performing routine activities of daily living, but is too healthy to need a nursing home? For individuals facing this type of situation, assisted living facilities may offer the services you need to continue enjoying the quality of life everyone deserves. According to Consumer Affairs, more than 810,000 people live in assisted living facilities, and there are around 30,000 such facilities throughout the United States. But what is assisted living? As reported by WebMD, assisted living can be a home-like setting designed to promote and aid in seniors ..read more

Technology has come a long way in recent years, and it has greatly impacted the way senior living and healthcare are provided. From virtual reality therapy to telemedicine, the use of technology in senior living communities and healthcare facilities has made it possible for seniors to live more independently and receive better care. Virtual Reality for Seniors One of the most notable ways that technology is improving senior living is through the use of virtual reality (VR). According to Mynd VR, VR therapy has been found to be an effective way to treat conditions such as dementia, depression ..read more

When you are younger, you think you are invincible to the world and everything around it. You never think about getting sick or needing to rest, but as you get older, you become more aware of factors related to your health. According to Webster, an immune system is a network of biological processes that detects and responds to a variety of germs. We are born with an innate immune system but later develop an adaptive one. Our adaptive immune system changes throughout our lifetime to protect our bodies from illnesses and diseases. However, as we age, our immune system begins to weaken, which mak ..read more

All of us have some happy memories attached to being in the kitchen. Whether it’s gathering for a Thanksgiving meal you’ve helped prepare or making cookies from scratch with your grandmother, food brings people together in a way that no other experience can. It’s no secret either: mental health professionals are beginning to use the culinary arts as a form of therapy for a wide variety of mental illnesses. Not only can cooking help feed you, but it can also provide numerous physical, emotional, and mental benefits. This was also explored in a recent study at Edith Cowan University. The researc ..read more

The holiday season may feel different if your loved one is in assisted living. Holidays for the elderly can be lonely, and seniors may feel isolated from family or disappointed that they are not able to participate in certain festivities. This year, you may be unsure whether to continue beloved holiday traditions, especially if your loved one cannot visit home.  How can you celebrate the holidays with your loved one in assisted living? Learn more about the ways you can make this holiday special.  Emotional Support for Older Adults  Your loved one may feel blue this time of year ..read more

Fall is a favorable time of year with the transition to cooler weather. There are many things to enjoy about this season, such as pumpkin spice, fall fashion, and beautiful colors all around us with the changing color of the leaves to the crisp fall breeze. But what kinds of things are there for seniors to do during this seasonal transition?  What are the best fall activities for seniors? Indoor Fall Fun Being creative through participation in arts and crafts is beneficial for seniors. The bright colors are beautiful to look at while aiding with vision. Crafting can boost your mood, help ..read more