As people age, it’s essential to stay physically and mentally active. Physical activity can help seniors remain independent and reduce their risk of falls. Mental exercise can help keep seniors’ minds sharp. There are many ways for seniors to stay physically and mentally active in an assisted living community. In many cases, residents in assisted…
One of the challenges of cooking for older adults is that many have dietary restrictions. Another is that some have difficulty chewing or swallowing. With some creativity, you can make delicious and nutritious meals that are easy to eat and good for them. If you’re looking for some new ideas for recipes or want to…
You may have heard about the concept before but only recently have gotten interested in it. You may be wondering: What is an assisted living community? The short answer is that it’s a community that provides its residents with residential assisted living services. Learn more about these services and how they can help in providing…
It’s common knowledge that developing a regular exercise routine and eating a well-balanced diet can help you live longer and happier. However, experts say that strengthening creative muscles can also help improve the overall health of older adults—so arts and crafts can be considered essential activities for seniors. Looking for an assisted living community with…
If you are struggling with basic tasks in the home—such as changing lightbulbs or putting away clean laundry—you may want to consider moving to an assisted living community where housekeeping services and more comforts are offered to residents. Services like these can save older adults time and energy, plus they could also help in preventing…
If you or someone you care about is an older adult looking to improve their nutritional intake, living in an assisted living community with dining services may be beneficial. However, it can be just as helpful to simply learn how to cook healthy dishes that offer adequate nutrition for older adults. Still, many older adults…
Residents of an assisted living community aren’t limited to sitting on armchairs or rocking chairs to watch TV or attending the occasional bingo event or other senior activities. Seniors aren’t automatically relegated to low-energy activities and a largely sedentary lifestyle just because they’re getting older. These days, the best thing for older adults is to…
Staying in an assisted living community can be very comfortable and cozy for older adults. Not only are their housekeeping and medical assistance needs usually taken care of, but there are also many activities involving arts and crafts for seniors that are typically held in a community like this. These activities not only provide older…
Elderly fitness is different from typical fitness because older adults often can’t move or withstand physical pressure the way they did in the past. Activities and exercises for older adults must always be accessible and adjustable for different energy levels, physical conditions, and capacities to follow instructions. For example, exercises can be adapted so they’re…
Have you thought about moving into an assisted living community? Struggling with basic tasks in the home is a huge sign that you would benefit from a community like this, as they often offer housekeeping services that would save you energy, time, and stress. In an assisted living community, you wouldn’t have to worry about…