Back in 2009, Gary Staples had the idea of starting an Activity Day Center for seniors with memory loss. He considered various venues, even churches that had availability during the weekdays. His mother-in-law and father-in-law, Joan and Jay Mitton, owned an old church on Canyon Road in Provo, Utah. They were gracious enough to allow Gary to fix it up and make it functional as a Senior Day Center. It took over $100,000 and almost a year of remodeling. In addition, Gary worked with Provo City to get the zoning changed so that the old church could function in a different capacity than a churc ..read more

How to help improve your elderly loved one’s memory and mental health in a fun way. Keeping your brain sharp and active can have an incredible effect on your memory and mental health as you age. That’s why it’s so important to explore various avenues that can help you stimulate brain activity while enjoying your golden years. Believe it or not, one of the simplest and most entertaining ways to do this is to spend some time playing mentally stimulating games. The best part is you can do this either alone or with others for an added social boost. Check out these great games below! Word, Log ..read more

While we all hope to reach a ripe old age, that goal is not without its share of worries. From physical changes to financial concerns, it can feel like there’s more than enough trouble to go around. However, some of the most common of these stressors are pretty simple to resolve with a few handy tricks up your sleeve. Check out these tips, courtesy of Aspen Senior Care and Aspen Senior Day Center. Aches, Pains, and Twinges — Oh, My! Achy joints, stiff backs, and painful twinges are things people think go hand-in-hand with aging. However, Cleveland Clinic explains there are things we can d ..read more

Communities across the nation are made up of people of all ages. Many of these individuals are seniors and often rely on their friends and neighbors for fellowship and socialization. However, many seniors could also use a helping hand in other aspects of their life. Seniors face unique challenges, and we must understand these to make an impactful difference in the lives of those members of our communities. Aspen Senior Day Center presents ways you can help seniors in your area. Aging in Place Problems and How You Can Help Seniors who have chosen to age in place can benefit from you checki ..read more

Losing a loved one is a life-altering experience. When that loved one is a spouse whom one spent many decades with, the loss is even more tragic. The grief that follows the loss affects the widow or widower both emotionally and physically. If your loved one is experiencing the difficult process of grief, there are many ways you can support him or her, including being present and patient, helping with tasks, monitoring his or her health, and more. With a solid support system, in time, he or she can move forward and get back to enjoying life. The Effects of Grief Grief makes our bodies prod ..read more

As of a 2014 U.S. Administration on Aging study, about 28% of noninstitutionalized older persons in the U.S. lived alone (12.5 million: 8.8 million women, 3.8 million men). And almost half (46%) of older women age 75+ live alone. 46% of those who live alone report feeling lonely on a regular basis. This sense of isolation is intensified during the winter months, when it is more difficult for seniors to leave their home without risk due to the dangers of cold, difficult driving conditions and the increased risk of falls. It is also the season when visits from friends and family members may b ..read more

It’s November and the beginning of many joyful get-togethers! While the holidays are a time of gatherings with family and friends, they can also be hard on the senior’s health, as exercise schedules might be disrupted for shopping excursions and rich holiday meals can make it difficult to adhere to a particular diet. Add in coronavirus worries and flu season and staying healthy can be a challenge during this time of year. Get your loved one’s caregiver involved to help manage expectations at holiday time. To help seniors stay healthy during the holidays, follow these tips: Make Healthy ..read more

Keeping up with the latest technology can feel like a full-time job. It seems like more advances are made every day, and it can be difficult to discern what is worthwhile for you and your family. Luckily, among these advances are many wonderful options to make life easier for seniors and those they love. Technology in the Home Start your day with a specially designed clock to make waking up easy. Many alarm clocks on the market come with oversized numbers and bright screens that make it effortless to see the time in every circumstance. Some can be turned off through voice control. You can ..read more

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, irreversible disorder of the brain and the most common form of dementia. The disease affects the cognitive parts of the brain that are involved in thinking, remembering, and using language. It can severely impair a person’s ability to carry out day-to-day activities. The Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s Dementia isn’t a specific disease, but rather a general term to describe any loss or decline in brain function that affects memory, thinking, language, judgment, and behavior, and is serious enough to interfere with daily functions. There are n ..read more

Most seniors think about aging in place in terms of their home, but the community surrounding that home can be just as crucial to safe and healthy aging, as well. So if you are setting a goal to age in place in comfort and maintain your quality of life, here’s what you need to know about aging in a community and lifestyle that will best support that aspiration. Seniors Should Think About Transportation When Choosing a Community Having a safe home is important for aging adults. Oftentimes, seniors will need to leave those homes to access other community resources, especially healthcare. That ..read more