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Senior Activities That Can Keep the Holiday Blues Away

Feeling blue during the holidays is more common than you might think, especially as individuals grow into their elder years and accumulate decades of memories associated with this time. Participating in senior activities for the holidays is an effective path through the blues to the brighter prospect of enjoying all that the season has to…

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Holiday-Themed Arts and Crafts for Seniors

For many people, the holidays are a much-anticipated opportunity to engage in festive arts and crafts that brighten the spirits of the makers and those around them. Holiday arts and crafts for seniors can be a seasonal highlight and provide a wellspring of joy that lasts throughout the year. Summer’s Landing is your home for…

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The Importance of a Sense of Community for the Elderly

A sense of community for the elderly is crucial to overall well-being. Some of the younger generations have grown up accustomed to a certain amount of isolation. Technology can provide many types of community and we have adapted a great deal, but for elderly people, it’s imperative to cultivate a sense of community with other…

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Making the Holidays Special for Seniors

Assisted living can make celebrating the holidays more enjoyable than ever before by providing a sociable and family-oriented community. Enjoy specially planned events and outings that celebrate the best of these special days. Holiday cooking is a breeze when every delicious meal is planned and prepared under the guidance of a dietician, then served to…

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Ways to Keep a Sanitary Environment for Seniors

Cleanliness is synonymous with care when it comes to keeping an environment that is safe and welcoming. As you age, the tasks that used to feel normal such as housekeeping can quickly become burdensome. Senior housekeeping services are the perfect solution. With assistance in the tasks of keeping house, you are empowered to direct your…

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How to Budget for Assisted Living Services

Getting the right assisted living services without stretching your budget or compromising particular specifications that you are looking out for can be challenging. Older adults are seeking the balance between a comfortable assisted living home and an affordable rate to match. Families setting out to achieve the best without leaving out key services are wary…

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3 Signs It’s Time to Transition to Senior Care

Many seniors don’t think they need senior care services because of their reluctance to move away from the comfort of their homes. While that is understandable, studies indicate that even though staying at home might give seniors a feeling of comfort, it may not be the best for them. Some people also feel that they…

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Can I Bring My Pet to an Assisted Living Facility?

Apart from the comfort that pets give their owners, there are several other physical and mental health benefits they offer. In fact, adopting a pet is recommended for seniors as it helps relieve boredom and provides that satisfaction that comes from having a sense of responsibility. However, seniors who intend to relocate to assisted living…

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3 Signs It’s Time for Senior Living Care

Caring for our elders can be a difficult, fraught process. One of the biggest decisions we may be faced with as our elders age is the decision to transition them into senior living care or assisted living. It’s unlikely the perfect moment to transition your elder into senior living services will present itself obviously. Informing…