There has been a lot of press about senior living communities in New York and around the U.S. during COVID – some good, some bad. At Eddy Senior Living, we wanted to take this opportunity to set the record straight, and provide the public with a behind-the-scenes peek at what life inside our senior living…
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Category: Coronavirus
Caregiving for a Loved One with Dementia During COVID-19
COVID has completely changed our world, including how we support and provide care for our loved ones with dementia. As a caregiver, you may be feeling more stressed and overwhelmed. Your traditional support network, such as daybreak, home services and respite, may no longer be an option, and many of your regular activities and engagements…
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Tips for Seniors Attending Farmer’s Market During COVID-19
We know that you, like most of the residents living in our Eddy Senior Living Communities, have spent the last few months finding creative ways to stay busy. Most people, especially seniors, have been spending as much time home as possible, social distancing from friends and loved ones, and only going out when necessary. Now,…
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5 Ways for Seniors to Stay Happy & Healthy While Self-Isolating
Social distancing and self-isolation are absolutely necessary to protect those of us over the age of 65 from the new coronavirus and COVID-19. Especially those with underlying health issues, such as diabetes, a suppressed immune system, or heart and lung problems. Unfortunately, being stuck inside and feeling cut off from the world can lead to…
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Tips for Caregivers During the Coronavirus Pandemic
With the severe impact that the coronavirus is having on adults age 60 and older, it’s a scary time to be a caregiver for an aging parent or family member. However, there are steps you can take to protect your health and theirs. Here are some key strategies for caregiving amid COVID-19 to help keep…
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Keeping Seniors Engaged & Connected During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Staying at home and avoiding human contact is necessary to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, especially for our most vulnerable senior population. Unfortunately, this means that our senior living communities in Troy, Slingerlands, Niskayuna, East Greenbush and Queensbury NY, as well as others around the state, the nation and the world have had to…
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