This Monday, January 20th, is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. On the third Monday of every month, the federal government honors civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. On this day, many government offices, banks, schools, and businesses will shut down for the holiday. But the Corporation for National and Community Service would like to … Read More
There’s a belief that senior living communities are only for long-term care. It’s one reason many older adults don’t consider moving to a community until they need care. That attitude can mean missing out on all the benefits independent living has to offer. What is independent living? The term independent living covers a variety of housing … Read More
“Cheers to a New Year and another chance for us to get it right.” – Oprah Winfrey 2020 is right around the corner! It’s a time for new beginnings and a time to dream big. Oprah says it’s another chance to get it right. No matter what getting “it right” looks like for you, we … Read More
The holiday season is an exciting time. While many look forward to spending time with family getting presents, many seniors don’t have family to spend time with, or may not get a present this year. In 2003, Home Instead Senior Care began Be a Santa to a Senior to help seniors in need. Be a … Read More
November is National COPD Awareness Month. According to the CDC-Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, refers to a group of diseases that cause airflow blockage and breathing-related problems. It includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. COPD makes breathing difficult for the 16 million Americans who have this disease. Millions more people suffer from COPD, but have … Read More
Espresso – that thick, bold Italian-style coffee – got its name thanks to the technology used to make the dark, rich brew, which is “pressed out” and tailor made ‘pronto’ for its consumer. Espresso is also the base ingredient for other popular coffee beverages such as cappuccino, café latte and macchiato, has come a long … Read More
In a new study, researchers have made a big development in understanding how Alzheimer’s disease spreads through the brain. They discovered a critical period of time where medical intervention could halt its onset. The research was conducted by a team at the University of Southampton. A hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease is the accumulation of tau … Read More
For older adults, games represent so much more than a fun pastime; they offer an array of mental and physical benefits. The biggest perk seniors get from playing games comes from the interactions they have with others. Approximately 20% to 30% of seniors regularly experience isolation and loneliness. Unfortunately, loneliness doesn’t just make seniors feel … Read More
Maybe it was the moon—did you see it? The glorious full moon that blessed us with its brilliance this cycle—so bright it woke me up in the middle of the night, shining through my half-closed blinds. Maybe it was that one wonderful rain shower that swept through town, for a few marvelous moments, bringing cool … Read More
Our three week, Wheel of Exercise event has come to an end. From completing tasks to solving puzzles, our residents stayed busy and enjoyed their time playing. Their competitive spirit really shined and their determination to keep going was fun to watch. I’m so proud of all of their efforts and I’d like to share … Read More