By Senior Lifestyle | November 01, 2017
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Senior Lifestyle recognizes hospice care as a vital component of person-centered senior care, and while we realize the subject of hospice is often fraught with both emotion…
By Senior Lifestyle | September 01, 2017
Monday is Labor Day, a time when many Americans enjoy a day off, spending the time away from work with friends and family at picnics and parades across the United States. The holiday has also…
By Senior Lifestyle | May 25, 2017
For many Americans, Memorial Day means a long weekend, a cookout, and the unofficial start of summer. There might even be a parade or a car show. School is out, or very nearly, so the…
By Senior Lifestyle | December 19, 2016
Being the caregiver for your mother, father or both can be a tough task. From rolling around wheelchairs to making sure medications are taken properly, caring for elderly parents can be both physically and mentally…
By Senior Lifestyle | November 17, 2016
In the exploration of senior living options, it can be hard to compare independent living versus assisted living or determine whether you or your loved one requires memory care. It’s important to be aware of…
By Senior Lifestyle | September 14, 2016
As baby boomers continue to age, the number of seniors with Alzheimer’s disease continues to grow. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, about 5.8 million Americans are experiencing the disease. By 2050, the number is expected…
By Senior Lifestyle | September 08, 2016
Retirement is an exciting transition filled with new opportunities and choices. As you or a loved one ages into the golden years, there may be more discussion of moving into a senior living community. With…
By Senior Lifestyle | July 07, 2016
Some of the most frequent questions we hear revolve around what age requirements we uphold at our communities. While we’ll be the first to admit that the answer to this question varies from person to…
By Senior Lifestyle | May 16, 2016
Dehydration runs rampant among Americans. The National Institutes of Health cites reports that 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. It’s also reported that 17% to 28% of older adults are dehydrated. Lack of hydration, though…
By Senior Lifestyle | April 28, 2016
Preventing falls is an essential part of caring for seniors. According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in four adults over the age of 65 falls each year, and 3 million people are treated…
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