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Blog – July 31, 2019 We sit more as we age and while our taste in the style of seating we occupy may remain the same, the type of seating has probably changed a bit to accommodate our changing bodies. Comfortable armchairs for seniors can help support areas of the body that are, by time…
Blog – June 27, 2019 By definition, ‘wellness’ is the state of being in good health, especially as an actively pursued goal. Senior living communities promote the components of wellness for seniors in many environments and the staff is poised to raise the social, physical and emotional wellness quotient of their residents. Many of the…
Blog – May 29, 2019 It may surprise you to know that seniors are pretty tech-savvy. From smartphones to high-speed internet, seniors are quickly learning how to use tech devices and services to help them live a more productive quality of life. Voice-controlled intelligent personal assistant devices and services make it easy to manage security…
Blog – April 26, 2019 How do you know when the time is right to move into a skilled nursing community? Ask your aging parent that question, and you will probably get a resounding ‘NEVER’ that is because most people have a skewed view of what a skilled nursing community actually is. Many people think…
Blog – March 25, 2019 Color brings a room to life. It can take a space from drab to fab. Color can even set or change a mood. How color impacts mood carries great importance. People in some ancient cultures considered color as a healing tool. Yellow to increase nerve function; shades of blue to…
Blog – February 25, 2019 Every birthday people say ‘like fine wine; you’re just getting better with age.’ For today’s seniors that is more than just a saying. As we live longer, we are living better, and ‘wellness’ is replacing the word ‘care’. Independent and assisted living communities are investing in wellness promoting spaces like…
Blog – January 21, 2019 Seniors are living longer and relatively healthier and active lives. They are leaving the homes they raised their families in and moving to communities that meet their needs in the style they have grown accustomed to. Independent and Assisted Living communities are listening and providing the updated amenities and services…
Blog – December 12, 2018 There is more to selecting the right location for the beloved seniors in your life than view, great cuisine and a good amount of social interaction. True, they should be high on the list, but the most important factor to consider is safety. Creating Secure Environments for Seniors There are…
Blog – November 26, 2018 Keep the mind interested Helping to create safe activities for Dementia and Alzheimer’s patients that keeps them active and interested can be challenging. It is compounded when those seniors reside in assisted living communities. How do you keep many minds focused enough to enjoy activities? Minds that are being ravaged…
Blog – October 5, 2018 According to a report by the Pew Research Center (May 2016) roughly 12 million Americans over the age of 65 live alone and most of them are women. While it’s not a fair statement to say that all seniors living by themselves are lonely, a solitary living state can lead…
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