Senior enrichment programs are an important part of any senior living community. Enrichment activities offer many benefits that make life more enjoyable and promote health and well being as seniors age. What is life enrichment for elders? Enrichment programs include...
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Tips for Helping a Person with Alzheimer’s Eat Enough
Tips for Helping a Person with Alzheimer’s Get Proper Nutrition It can be difficult for people in the middle and late stages of Alzheimer’s to eat regular, nutritious meals. Too many food choices can be overwhelming. You may find that your loved one forgets to eat,...
Creamy Cucumber Salad
Nothing is more refreshing on a hot summer day than this delicious, creamy cucumber salad. It's the perfect crowd-pleaser for your next BBQ party or potluck dinner. Ingredients: 2 cucumbers, sliced 1 tsp. kosher salt 1 tbsp. white vinegar 1/2 c. mayonnaise (not...
Spring Strawberry Bundt Cake
This simple recipe from Renee's Kitchen starts with a boxed cake mix that is transformed into a beautiful, moist cake bursting with strawberry flavor! Ingredients: 1 - 16oz boxed white cake mix 3 tbsp. all purpose flour 3 large eggs 3/4 c. water 1/2 c. canola oil or...
Setting New Goals for Seniors
At the start of a season, many people begin to consider how they’d like to change their life for the better. To really make changes that improve your quality of life, it can be helpful to set concrete goals. Why Goal Setting Is Important for Seniors As we progress...
Tips to Make Senior Living Feel Like a Home
Moving is a difficult process that can stir up a lot of emotion. This is especially true when deciding to move to a senior living or assisted living home. In this post, we’ll offer guidance and assisted living decorating ideas for making an apartment feel like...
Resting Properly During Long Family Visits
If your loved one is aging, you likely know that long family visits can come with plenty of highs and lows. As wonderful as it is to spend quality time with senior family members, it can also be a source of stress as you strive to manage both your well-being and...
Staying Busy After the Holidays
The holidays can be a challenging time for many older adults. Anticipation builds leading up to the holidays, which can be both exciting and stressful. Then, there’s the bustle of the holiday season itself. But after the commotion has settled down, many seniors find...
Activities for Seniors During the Winter
Don’t let the cold weather put a damper on your active lifestyle. Whether it’s fitness, hobbies, day trips, social events, or games – there’s plenty of fun to be had in winter months. This is no time to hibernate!Find Some Good Books There’s nothing like spending time...
Exercise for Seniors
Physical fitness is foundational for senior wellness. Regular physical activity is one of the most important things seniors can do for their health. It is proven to prevent many of the health problems that come with age. And it helps support mental wellbeing for...