Have you toured any of the senior living communities in the Mid-Atlantic region? If not, you’re in for a pleasant surprise. These vibrant campuses truly cater to the unique needs of every resident. There are premier amenities and services that ensure maintenance-free living; a plethora of activities that stimulate your mind and keep your body
Expert Tips: Nutritious & Safe Meals for Your Senior’s Health
Our bodies may change with age, but our spirit remains the same. And, as many caregivers discover, that spirit can often include a desire for independence that may not match physical capabilities. One of the most common areas of concern is an aging relative’s ability to get proper nutrition. Here are a few things to
Senior Living Acronyms and Terminology Unscrambled: Your Ultimate Guide
As we all know from the working world, every industry has its own alphabet soup. Senior living is no exception—save for the fact that it’s newer to you, and you haven’t lived in it day-to-day. Unscramble the senior living alphabet with this quick guide to common acronyms and terms you may encounter in the course
5 Important Questions For Caretakers of Parents Aging in Place
They gave you the lovey you carried with you for years, tucked sweet notes and jokes into your lunchbox in your school years, and cheered the loudest at your high school graduation. Those happy memories of a parent filled with seemingly endless energy and love are something to cherish forever but are also part of
Senior Living Solutions: Your Retirement, Your Way
Your working days may have felt long, but the months and years fly by. Whether you’re approaching retirement or already living it, it’s important to consider what adjustments you may need to make to achieve the lifestyle you’ve envisioned. Moving into a retirement community is a great option for maintenance-free living, with access to a
Why Engaged Living is Key to Senior Wellness
Countless studies have proven humans need connection. Among older adults, studies have tied loneliness and social isolation to an increased risk of dementia by 50 percent, stroke by 32 percent, heart disease by 29 percent, among other health effects. While connection is critical, finding it can be challenging—particularly among seniors where the timing of newly
Senior Living Solutions: Find the Right Community for Your Next Move
Today’s retirement communities are more advanced and comprehensive than their predecessors in every way, from their exceptional on-site healthcare and services, to their expanded amenities and programs that take into account the modern needs and desires of their diverse community. Residence options vary in size and style — from cozy country cottages to luxury
Rethinking Retirement
Entering any new stage of life often comes with mixed feelings, and that may be more true than ever when approaching one’s later years. What will the days look like without a full-time career? How’s your health? And who will take care of you if it changes and you can’t be independent? Planning for the
