Did you know that over 53 million adults in the United States provide care for senior loved ones every day? One tool that caretakers and seniors use to get a break from the day-to-day grind is respite care. Learn the benefits of respite care, and you may not be far behind them!
Spring has sprung, and every crafter knows that a new season provides lots of new opportunities to flex their creative side. It’s time to dig out those art supplies and try some new spring crafts for seniors!
Since we’re located less than a mile from the Atlantic Ocean, our residents enjoy frequent trips to the beach. Who doesn’t enjoy a day of sand, surf, and sunshine on the Floridian coast? Inspired by the beautiful scenery, you might wish to bring your camera along for the fun. However, getting a decent photo on the beach can be tricky. Whether you’re using a digital camera or your smartphone, check ...
Are you looking for some support while you recover from surgery or an injury? Or do you just want to get out of the cold and spend some time in the Florida sun? Respite care could be exactly what you need. But what is respite care?
There are chocolate candy hearts at the grocery store, paper hearts in the windows, and love in the air. It’s almost Valentine’s Day! Welcome Cupid the right way with these Valentine’s Day activities for seniors.
In retirement, most people look forward to rest and relaxation. However, you might be concerned that the reality of aging will get in the way. If you want to enjoy your golden years to the fullest, assisted living might be for you. But what is assisted living?
You’ve done it: You’ve finally landed in a gorgeous beachside community to enjoy the relaxing, sun-soaked retirement of your dreams. As you gear up for your first official beach day, you take stock of the essentials. You’ve got plenty of sunscreen, a comfortable bathing suit, and a stylish pair of shades – but, wait! What about your beach chair? As we get older, regular dollar store beach chairs might not ...
They’re always happy to see you. They’re content to lay by your side for hours. They’ll listen to anything you want to say (or sing). Who are we talking about? Pets, of course! If you’ve ever had a pet, you understand how fulfilling it can be to care for an animal companion. In your sunset years, you might find that your beloved dog or cat brings you more joy than ...
Hoping to make your Easter celebration extra special this year? Or perhaps you’d like to celebrate before Easter Sunday arrives? Whether you’re a veteran crafter or a novice, explore our list of Easter crafts for seniors below. We’ve included a range of craft projects, from those that require some crafting experience and special tools to simple ideas that anyone can try. Not only will these projects help you celebrate Easter, ...
Technology has made a profound impact on our everyday lives. It has allowed ease of access to information, the ability to stay in touch with family and friends, and enhanced communication with the world. Despite how useful technology can be, many seniors steer away from it as they aren’t sure how to use it. In fact, studies have shown that 40 percent of seniors don’t use the internet. The use ...
