Respite care is most commonly used to give regular caregivers a break – or respite – from their daily responsibilities. However, for many seniors and their families, these short-term temporary stays have become an opportunity to “try out” our assisted living/enriched housing communities before becoming a permanent resident. Here are the stories of four residents…
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What it’s Like to Live at Glen Eddy Senior Living Community in Niskayuna NY
Choosing the right senior living community requires careful research and planning. In addition to cost, you’ll want to consider the campus and its location, the size and layout of the apartments, the staff, the availability of services and amenities, and the food and dining options. You’ll also want to understand what it’s truly like to…
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Benefits of Walking for Seniors
Walking has many benefits for seniors, but that comes as no surprise to Manu and Ann Malkani. The two have been married for 46 years, and walking has always been part of their life together. “We walk to maintain good health, feel energized, breathe fresh air and spend quiet time together to talk,” says Ann….
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Music, Memory & Alzheimer’s Disease
Have you ever heard a song on the radio an instantly been transported to a different time in your life? Perhaps you are reminded of your first kiss, a funny story or an important event. Music has a powerful ability to jog our memories and connect us to the past. So powerful, in fact, that…
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Aging in Place vs. Senior Living Communities – A Cost Comparison
One of the most common misconceptions among aging adults is that it’s cheaper to age in place than it is to move to a senior living community. However, that may not necessarily be the case. While you may no longer be making monthly mortgage payments on your home, there are still costs associated with aging…
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Social Media Helps Seniors Stay Connected
What’s the fastest growing demographic on Facebook? It’s not teens or even millennials, but seniors! While most older users fall into the category of “Facebook Surveillance”, since they prefer to use the platform to check out what the kids and grandkids are up to versus actually posting ourselves, there’s still a significant amount of people…
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Healthy Tips for Preventing Heart Disease
Despite increased awareness, heart disease remains the leading health problem in America. In fact, the American Heart Association reports that cardiovascular disease takes the life of more Americans each year than cancer and chronic lower respiratory disease combined. So what can you do to prevent it? 5 Ways to Take Control of Your Heart Health…
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Friendship in Senior Living Communities
With retirement comes more time to do the things we enjoy, but often the social circle with which to do these things tends to shrink. After all, it’s natural for work colleagues to drift apart when they’re no longer sharing offices and coffee breaks, and even close friends and neighbors may find themselves separated by…
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Assisted Living/Enriched Housing Basics: What Adult Children Should Know
For many adult children, it can be difficult to admit that our parents are getting older, and it can be even harder for aging parents to accept that they need help. However, ignoring the warning signs only puts our loved ones at risk. Whether you’ve noticed a decline in your parent’s ability to perform everyday…
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Seasonal Affective Disorder & Seniors
If you live in northern New York, it’s hard not to feel a little melancholy during the winter months. With limited daylight, cold temperatures and gray skies, winter can feel downright gloomy. Unfortunately, for people who suffer from depression, or those who are more susceptible to it, this time of year can further exacerbate symptoms….
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