The holidays are right around the corner, and it’s a good time to discuss dental health. Vibrant cheer and merriment hangs high in the air in senior living, along with … Continue reading Quality dental care is essential for those in senior living communities
While growing older often spells change for many people, it doesn’t mean your lifestyle has to transform completely. Seniors can remain healthy, happy, and independent by staying active and proactive … Continue reading Recommended medical tests and exams for seniors at Brethren Village CCRC
The beautiful season of fall has arrived, and it’s a great time to savor cooler outside temperatures before winter’s cold chases us indoors. So, enjoy this season of splendor with … Continue reading In glorious autumn, pursue active senior living safely when outdoors
Though people of any age can be afflicted with joint pain, it is far more common in seniors than in any other age group. Chronic joint pain in older adults … Continue reading Active senior living communities offer help for those with arthritis
Sleep issues might increase with age, but that doesn’t mean you must resign yourself to restless nights and tired days. In fact, sleep problems can seriously affect your health and … Continue reading Sleeping better means feeling better: Follow these 7 tips for better rest
Senior adults have a higher risk of dehydration, particularly during hot, humid weather. That’s why they need to increase their intake of water during active senior living in the summertime. … Continue reading Hot weather tips for preventing dehydration to enjoy active senior living
When Rose, at age 78, suffered a debilitating stroke, she found her path back to near-normalcy through therapy—but not physical therapy alone. Her condition required a combination of physical, speech, … Continue reading Short-term rehabilitation for seniors: physical, speech, occupational, and respiratory therapy
The coldest season often conjures images of hot cocoa, snowball fights, and book reading marathons under comfy duvets, but it also can spell poor driving conditions; bouts with the flu; … Continue reading Protect your skin in cold months to enjoy wintertime senior living
Most seniors today are members of what sociologists call the Silent Generation, born between the years 1925 and 1945. They are called the “Silents” because they were raised to quietly … Continue reading Six tips to help seniors communicate more when seeing their doctors
If you have a loved one in need of long-term care services, how do you select the skilled care facility that is right for him or her? What features and … Continue reading Finding a long-term care facility: you have a choice, so ask questions