A happy retirement is about so much more than quitting your day job. Your golden years are a unique opportunity to savor the little things, reconnect with friends and family, give back to your community, and enjoy some well-deserved rest. Your senior years really are something to celebrate – which is why we’re going to …
Secrets to a Long-Lasting Relationship
What is the secret to a happy and long-lasting marriage? Although this timeless question seems to pop up at every wedding, anniversary, and engagement party, it is still hard to pinpoint an exact answer. Couples differ drastically, and even the best relationships require nurturing and care. If you’re young, in love, and wondering how you can …
Symptoms of Hearing Loss
Did you know that hearing loss is the third most common health problem in the United States? It’s true. In fact, there are many different factors that play into hearing loss, including genetics, age, and illness. Beyond that, hearing loss affects more than just the quality of sound. Hearing loss can also cause aloofness, confusion, …
E-Mail Basics for Beginners
While distance makes the heart grow fonder, it also makes keeping in touch a little more difficult. Luckily, the Internet can help solve this problem. Getting an e-mail account is a perfect way to stay in touch with loved ones who live too far away for you to see them on a regular basis. If …
When to Move to Senior Living
How do you know when it’s time to take the next step in life? When should you transition from one job to another? When should you start a family or move to a new city? In their sunset years, many people must decide when to move to senior living. Contrary to popular belief, this decision is …
Financing Assisted Living
Financing assisted living can be tricky. Many retirement communities require an advance deposit, and most operate on a month-to-month rent payment schedule (as opposed to a long-term arrangement). Before you sign your lease, be sure to review the agreement carefully. Discuss the contract with the Community Director, clarify obscure details, and ask any questions you have. In addition, if …
Tips for Visiting the Elderly
It can be stressful to do something for the first time, whether it’s your first day at a new school, your first flight, or your first time visiting a loved one in a retirement community. Not only do you not know what to expect, but you also truly want the experience to go well. If you’re …
Senior Housing Amenities
When shopping for a new home – whether an apartment, a townhouse, a cottage, or a senior living community – take some time beforehand to make a list of your “wants,” your “needs,” and your “must-haves.” For example, most people these days would claim Internet access is a must-have. Some people might also require a spacious closet …
How to Bond with Grandchildren
Grandparents and grandchildren share a unique bond. Some grandparents act as caregivers to their children’s children, others share their affection from afar, and many grandparents enjoy spoiling their grandchildren with gifts, foods, experiences, and (most importantly) love. Wondering how to bond with grandchildren when you’re living in an assisted living community? If you would like to …
Activities for Seniors in Retirement Communities
Although there are many things to love about senior living communities – comfortable and secure housing, medical assistance and transportation, delicious meals served restaurant-style – I think most would agree that the best thing about assisted living is the community itself. Making new friends is a cinch, and the staff encourages camaraderie through a variety of group …
