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What Is an Ideal Room Temperature for Seniors?

A senior person wearing layers of clothes and a pair of gloves drinks a hot beverage to feel warm.

As we age, our bodies become more sensitive to changes in temperature. Finding the right room temperature is all the more important for seniors.  While there’s no magic number that works for everyone, there are a few guidelines to follow when setting the ideal room temperature for seniors.  Depending on the season, maintaining a temperature […]

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I Don’t Think My Parent Should Live Alone – Next Steps

A young lady talking to a senior lady both having concerned looks on their faces.

Watching a parent age can be difficult, especially when you begin to worry about their well-being. For many, you may have to start considering alternatives to your parents living alone. If you’re in this situation and don’t know what to do, don’t worry—this is a common experience. It’s important to communicate openly with your parents […]

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The Best Ways to Make Friends as a Senior

A senior man with a cane smiles and laughs with a nurse and other seniors.

As people age, they often find themselves faced with new challenges during the transition into the senior living stage of life, including social isolation. Volunteering, joining a club or group, taking a class, and reconnecting with old friends can help seniors meet new people and build strong social connections that can help keep them healthy […]

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How to Choose a Memory Care Facility?

A caregiver helping an elderly woman make her way around the senior living community as she suffers with memory loss.

Choosing a memory care community for your loved one can be challenging with all the different places and services being offered. It’s a big decision and can take some careful thinking before deciding the best option for them.  Some considerations to take into mind when choosing a memory care community are staff, safety, services, and […]

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What Should Seniors Eat for Breakfast?

A happy white-haired senior couple having breakfast on the table with a bowl of cereal and cups of coffee.

When seniors focus on an active lifestyle with healthy eating, they can support healthy aging. Whether you live an independent or assisted living lifestyle, seniors need a balanced and nutritious breakfast to start their day.  Foods that include protein, fiber, and adequate portions of vegetables and fruit contain all the nutritional elements of a healthy […]

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Helping Your Senior Loved Ones Downsize

A young daughter and senior father carrying boxes into new home.

As people age, they usually won’t have the same space requirements. So, downsizing becomes a necessity in many cases. Fortunately, many great independent living or assisted living communities are available to choose from, depending on a senior’s needs. On the other hand, downsizing and moving into a new home is often met with some resistance. […]

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When to Move to Senior Living

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Senior living is something that almost every person will someday have to consider for themselves or their family members. If you’re still healthy, it’s easy to put off making any decisions about senior living.  But with age and possibly mobility issues, maintaining a household while living alone can begin to feel more like a burden […]

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