Blog: Independent Living

There are many health benefits that can be enjoyed by seniors who add seafood to their diet. Below are a few of the many reasons why it is so important for seniors to eat seafood. 1.) High in Omega-3 Fatty Acids Omega-3 fatty acids help reduce inflammation. One of the…

These are tough times for those who have to care for their elderly loved ones, and one of the most difficult transitions is from assisted living to a memory care facility. Knowing the signs that it’s time to switch can make all the difference. Below are a series of signs…

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…

Intergenerational relationships are relationships between the aging matriarch or patriarch of the family, mature children, and grandchildren. It can extend up to even great-grandchildren. Each family member can provide or receive certain benefits from each other. Senior members can impart their knowledge about life and their experiences that helped them…

As we age, new health concerns arise, and old problems become more difficult to treat. For anyone over the age of 65, health problems are increasing. Given this, seniors need to be aware of their health and when something isn’t quite right, go in for a checkup. In this post,…

If you start to see signs of your elderly parent’s physical or mental well-being changing, it can be hard to know if it’s just the symptoms of normal aging or signs of something more serious like dementia.   Age-Associated Memory Impairment Forgetfulness is not an uncommon thing. However, there comes…

Telehealth is a service that takes advantage of technology (like video calls) to help you communicate with your doctor from home rather than at their office. Telehealth can be very useful for older people, especially those who have difficulty moving from place to place or those in senior living communities….

As your loved one or parent gets older, they will need your help in deciding where to live. There are plenty of senior living options, and assisted living is one of them. An assisted living community is a housing option suitable for folks who require assistance with activities of daily…

Falls can mean more than just some lumps and bruises. In fact, falling is the lead cause of death as well as non-fatal injuries for older inviduals. The US CDC reports that every eleven seconds, an older person is given treatment in an emergency room for a fall. And unfortunately,…