Many seniors travel to Florida or other warm climates to get out of the winter cold. But whether you live with the heat year-round or are preparing for the spring and summer sun, are you ready to weather the weather? Seniors – let’s say over age 65 here – are generally more sensitive to the…
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World War II veterans are a dying breed. Literally. In fact, the Department of Veterans Affairs estimates that 640 WWII vets will die every day in the U.S. But before they do, many are getting the gift of a lifetime – an Honor Flight visit to Washington D.C.’s WWII Memorial. And Florida is taking part.…
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Ask These Tough Questions to Better Ensure Seniors’ Health & Safety These three (3), pointed questions may foretell a community’s ability to safeguard its residents and maintain superior lifestyle quality, even in emergency situations like we’re facing today with COVID-19. Food, amenities, and care and service. In our (comparatively) blissful lives before COVID-19, those were…
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“This is harder than I expected, and I need help.” I’ve heard these sentiments a lot these past few months, from plenty of concerned daughters and sons in our area who have been doing all they can to care for senior parents amidst the threat of COVID-19. Like so many, their hearts are in the…
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Less Is More: Why Experiences—Not Things—Hold the Key to Happiness Nothing against mansions and Mercedes, but research shows that the joy we derive from material things is fleeting and short-lived, while experiences are what really make for a more memorable and happy life. Baby Boomers especially may remember a time when this wasn’t the case,…
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The dawning of a New Year always brings with it new hopes and possibilities for personal growth and improvement, fun and fulfillment, and perhaps the chance to experience new things. And that makes right now a rather high time for all of those infamous New Years’ resolutions, whether it’s focusing on your health and fitness,…
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Many seniors find that as they get older, they need more help with tasks like home maintenance or yard work. You might find that you wish you had more opportunities to socialize with your neighbors or that you had access to amenities like a senior fitness center, pool, and dining options. If you are looking…
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If you are concerned about an aging loved one, it is likely you have contemplated having them move to an assisted living facility. Knowing where to place a relative or friend can be an overwhelming process. As you look into assisted living communities, it can be helpful to know more about this level of care…
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As you consider how to choose an independent living facility, your first step is to learn about this type of community overall. If you are tired of being at home alone and want an inclusive, amenity-filled environment, an independent living community has plenty to offer. Choosing the right facility involves asking plenty of questions, interviewing…
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Independent living for seniors takes the work out of everyday life so that you can enjoy all that life has to offer. If you find yourself spending too much time on chores and have little energy left to have some fun, it’s time to give independent living a look. It is an amenity-rich lifestyle that…
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