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Cardio Exercises for Seniors

Keeping your heart healthy is one of the kindest things you can do for your body. It helps you stay energetic, mobile, and ready to enjoy everything life has to offer. However, finding the right exercises can sometimes feel like a challenge, despite the numerous ways to encourage seniors to stay active. The good news…
A grorup of residents look up at a caregiver and smile during a checkin while eating a group breakfast together in senior living
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Adapting Menus for Dietary Restrictions in Senior Living

Key Takeaways Senior living communities accommodate dietary restrictions with low-sodium diets, diabetic-friendly meals, heart-healthy options, gluten-free meals, vegetarian choices, and more. Dining programs focus on both nutrition and enjoyment with fresh, chef-prepared meals, substitutions, and welcoming dining spaces.. Communities adapt menus through intake assessments, flexible meal plans, personalized meals, cultural preferences, and more. Wellness is…
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How to Keep a Positive Attitude About Aging

Aging is an inevitable part of life. While it can sometimes bring new challenges, it also brings new opportunities. Your mindset makes a significant difference in your own experience.  Instead of focusing on stereotypes and fears, embrace the positive side of aging and celebrate your growth throughout your life. Keeping a positive outlook as you…
A young woman in a yellow coat threads her arm through an older woman’s while the both of them walk through a park and talk.
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How to Avoid Elderspeak

Caring for older adults requires physical and medical support and emotional sensitivity. One critical and often overlooked aspect is the language we use while interacting with them. Many people inadvertently use a form of language called "elderspeak" when speaking with seniors. Elderspeak has negative effects on seniors’ well-being, but can be avoided by keeping respect…
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How to Choose the Right Level of Care for Your Parents

Making decisions about your parents' future care is one of the most important—and often emotional—steps in your family's journey. Whether you’ve noticed changes in mobility, memory, or simply their ability to manage daily tasks, figuring out what level of support they need can feel overwhelming. You want to be sure they’re safe and supported, but…
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How to Choose a Power of Attorney

Choosing a power of attorney can be a difficult process, but it’s an important part of lifetime planning and can help to protect your assets later in life. Here’s our guide to help you choose your power of attorney.  What Is a Power of Attorney?  Assigning a power of attorney is the act of appointing…
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Talking to Your Children About Assisted Living Care

Talking about assisted living care can be incredibly difficult, and although there are many resources for children looking to start the challenging conversation with their parents, the same cannot be said for proactive parents. Rather than waiting for your children to make the decision for you, we recommend that you start the conversation early so that you…
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Top 3 Healthy Habits for Seniors

No matter our age, every one of us can adopt a few new habits to boost our health and happiness. By eating well, exercising often, and getting enough sleep, you can reduce your risk of serious illness and improve your overall quality of life throughout your golden years. Let’s break down the benefits of some…
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How to Talk to Someone with Dementia

Communicating with an individual who suffers from dementia or Alzheimer’s can be challenging. As the illness progresses, communication becomes increasingly difficult as they struggle to remember ideas, articulate their thoughts, and manage their emotions.  Despite these struggles, it’s incredibly important to continue to communicate with these individuals, as those relationships help promote better self-esteem, sense…

Which Lifestyle Is Right for You?

Independent Living

Independent living is ideal for those who want all the control and options of living independently with the distinct advantages of a vibrant senior living community.

Assisted Living

Assisted living provides a safe, comfortable environment for anyone who needs assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as dressing, bathing, or mobility.

Respite Care

Short-term respite care residents receive the same access to amenities, 24/7 care, and chef-prepared meals as our permanent residents, ensuring a smooth transition and rapid healing.

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