Regardless of age, change is scary, as is the unknown. So it’s no surprise that fear is what holds many seniors back from moving into an assisted living community. The good news is that most of the fears associated with assisted living are based on misinformation. To help ease those fears and set the record…
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A Day in the Life at a Senior Living Community During COVID-19
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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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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Health Benefits of Assisted Living/Enriched Housing
The decision to leave your home, or move an aging loved one out of their home and into an assisted living community, can be wrought with emotion. At Eddy Senior Living, we encourage families to try and take the emotion out of the decision momentarily, and consider the pros and cons. An assisted living community…
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Handicap Accessible Activities for Seniors
When you are living with mobility requirements, you may feel like there may be extra hurdles to enjoying outdoor adventures. If you know where to look, the Capital Region is full of fun things to do with handicap accessibility in mind. We’ve compiled a list of accessible recreation that’s close to your home at The…
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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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9 Activities for Seniors Who are Social Distancing
The Eddy Senior Living communities are known for their great community events and social gatherings, group fitness and wellness programs, and dozens of other life enrichment activities, but with social distancing guidelines in place, we’ve had to find new ways to keep residents connected and safe. Here are some unique and creative ideas for keeping…
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Does a Positive Attitude Help You Age Well?
According to many respected medical professionals, your attitude has a direct effect on your health and how well you age. In fact, multiple studies have shown that positive thinkers are less likely to suffer from chronic diseases and disorders as they age. Now, new research even suggests that optimism can actually prolong your life by…
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Finding Joy in the ‘Little Things’ at Eddy Senior Living
It can be difficult to focus on the positive and keep spirits up in the face of the COVID-19 health crisis, but the residents and staff at Eddy Senior Living have risen to the challenge. While all of our independent senior living, assisted living and memory care facilities are still following a strict “no visitor”…
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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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