Blog: Senior Living 101

Call it the Power of Awe! Research in 2020 suggested that consciously turning one’s attention to something “bigger than oneself” cultivates a sense of awe. This in turn tends to boost positive, prosocial emotions and reduce stress. The eight-week study led by first author Virginia Sturm at UCSF’s Memory and…

Research after research shows how important it is to stay active no matter your age. That’s especially true for seniors. Staying active doesn’t only mean walking or working out. For overall well-being, seniors need to participate in a variety of purposeful activities that benefit the mind, body AND soul. What…

Dictionaries define it as a feeling of security or calm. The thesaurus likens it to joy or contentment. However, because we’re all different, peace of mind means something different to each of us. That’s especially true when searching for a senior living community. You want to be sure it provides…

Stumbling into your senior years is anything but good for your health.  In fact, falls for those over 65 can be one of the most significant events affecting how they successfully navigate quality of life in their senior years.   There are 3 ways you can combat this risk. Below are…

Everyone should have the opportunity to live a long and healthy life.  However, life choices and the environments that surround us as we age can have a significant impact on our quality of life as we age. The WHO defines Healthy Aging “as the process of developing and maintaining the…

Aging actively is challenging as a person’s ability to safely get out and about diminishes.  The loss of a spouse, the ability to drive, or friends moving away slowly over time shrinks many senior’s social circles.  This has become more exacerbated during the coronavirus epidemic, where even the thought of…

As we grow into our senior years, each of us engages in a conversation of how and where we want to enjoy life.  Many want to stay at home and others desire to let go of the responsibilities and challenges associated with homeownership and move to a retirement community.  When…

Today, there are numerous living options for seniors. Understanding the differences between these options is the first step in discovering what works best for you and your needs. Independent Living Independent living is typically a senior housing community or apartment building that may provide some supportive services such as meals,…

Do you feel removed from family and friends? Do you feel isolated in your own home? Do you feel alone with your own thoughts, with no one to talk to and no opportunity to engage with your community? Unfortunately, for a growing number of seniors, the answer is yes. Approximately 12.5…

Change is challenging, especially as you age.  Many of our parents have been in their own home for years, and the idea of this change in particular can cause anxiety and an abrupt objection.  However, the best time to have the conversation with aging parents is before a crisis happens,…