Blog: Senior Living 101

Pets often provide a significant boost to their owners’ health. Senior dogs, cats, and birds are especially beneficial to those with declining health or who must endure treatments that may cause pain or discomfort. Without the emotional support of a furry friend by your side, many elderly people would likely…

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is an illness caused by a lack of sunlight during the winter months. It can lead to low energy, depression, and hopelessness. The good news is that there are many things you can do to help your senior cope with SAD. In this blog post, we…

Senior assisted living homes are more of a social community than a dwelling. Yet, thousands of seniors all over the country live in senior apartments and retirement homes. There are many important factors to consider when finding an apartment with these facilities – not all communities offer the same quality…

The holidays are an opportunity for us to demonstrate our support and appreciation for the seniors in our lives. This post will provide tips on different ways you can provide support to your senior loved ones this holiday season.   1.  Create a Holiday Photo-Book Paying tribute to your loved…

Journaling is the act of writing down one’s thoughts or experiences with the hope of understanding them better. It can help you clear your head of images and ideas you have been holding onto that are keeping you from moving forward in life. Some memory care residents may find journaling…

Vitamin D is important for maintaining good overall health and a healthy body. It is one of the few vitamins that can be obtained from food, as well as from exposure to sunlight. This article will discuss 20 ways vitamin D can improve senior health. 1.) Good for Bones Vitamin…

Many parents are doing their best by filling their time with work and activities to stay as occupied as possible. Still, it’s undeniable that our modern lifestyles leave little time for necessary rest. As a result, many people turn to professional respite services when they cannot provide care for themselves…

Many seniors may not fully realize how important it is to stay mentally active in order to keep their brains healthy. In order to help keep your senior loved one’s brain in tip-top shape, here are 14 activities you may want to consider!   1.) Crosswords Crosswords are a fun…

The use of coloring in memory care is a relatively new addition to the field. Still, for those living in memory care centers, it has provided some much-needed mental stimulation. In addition, studies have shown that this activity can benefit people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. The blog…

Swimming is a great activity for everyone, especially seniors. Aside from being fun, swimming is also a type of exercise. It keeps the heart rate up and improves overall cardiovascular health. This activity will benefit seniors and those who are suffering from injuries or other conditions related to aging. Being…