It’s no secret that staying active and engaged provides seniors with serious benefits. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, seniors with active lifestyles can enjoy improved moods and cognitive protection. They can also experience less discomfort, better balance and strength, improved sleep, and a reduced risk of many troubling chronic ailments. …
Are you looking for something to do that’s not only fun but also engages your brain? One of the greatest advantages of living in a senior community is the vibrant schedule of activities designed to support mental, emotional, and social well-being. Learn how senior living activities promote mental wellness and how communities like ours keep …
Are you a senior seeking knowledge and self-improvement? One of the most significant benefits of senior living is having the support of a community designed to help you make the most of your golden years. Senior living activities that promote lifelong learning will give you the chance to broaden your mind, explore topics that fascinate …
For children, there’s no question about how to celebrate Halloween; trick-or-treating is the name of the game. But as we grow older, we have to find other ways to enjoy this spooky and silly holiday. You could hand out candy to costumed kiddos on the 31st, of course — and perhaps enjoy some of your personal …
In your youth, did you often enjoy “tripping the light fantastic”? If you think you’re long past your opportunity to wear a pair of dancing shoes, think again. The benefits of dancing for seniors make it an excellent hobby for anyone in their golden years. Why You Should Dance into Your Sunset Years People don’t …
Imagine if simply knowing a certain activity was good for human health made it easy to build a lifelong habit. Suddenly, everyone in the world would be eating plates piled high with veggies, flossing diligently every night, going to bed at a reasonable hour, saying no to dessert, and exercising multiple times a week. It’s …
Your brain isn’t a muscle, but that doesn’t mean you can’t develop a mental workout routine. As we get older, our brain health is just as important as our physical health — and there’s plenty we can do to keep working on it. Read on to find out how to stay mentally active throughout your …
Your photos aren’t just casual keepsakes — they’re cherished memories, travel souvenirs, and tender reminders for the next generation. Unfortunately, even well-preserved physical photos don’t last forever. Photographs can fade, blur, tear, and fall victim to a host of household disasters. But digital copies? Those really are forever. Digitizing your old photos is a way …
If you want to stay healthy and active as a senior, working on your sense of balance is essential. Having a solid understanding of balance can help you avoid the injuries that sideline other seniors and continue enjoying an independent lifestyle. If you aren’t sure where to start, let us walk you through the basics …
Although we’re all aware that exercise provides a bounty of physical and mental health benefits, many of us struggle to make it a consistent part of our routine. Not only do you have to find the motivation and fit it into your schedule, but you also have to muster up the energy to make it …