Having a great conversation with your loved one is one of the best ways to connect and enrich each other’s lives. It isn’t always easy knowing what to talk about with an older family member, though. You wouldn’t want to bring up a topic that’s uninteresting to them,...

If your senior or elderly loved one resides in an assisted living home, it can be challenging to express your affection and appreciation in a way that really gets through. And with the holidays swiftly approaching, it’s more important than ever to show your loved one...

When your loved one is residing in an assisted living facility, it can be difficult to show how much you care during the holidays. And when it comes to gift-giving, it’s unlikely that your elderly loved one will require a new pair of high heels or a modern gaming...

The holidays are right around the corner, and with them the roster of parties and family get-togethers that characterize the most wonderful time of the year. If one of your loved ones is residing in an assisted living facility, it can be difficult to include them in...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, people turned en masse to technology to stay connected when it was no longer safe to gather in person. For seniors, using technology to stay connected became particularly important, especially for those in assisted living communities who...

When most people think of the kinds of health risks faced by the elderly, they think of things like heart disease, stroke, and dementia, but while these health issues are serious, another potent risk looms large over seniors: loneliness. Studies suggest that one in...

Caregivers work tirelessly around the clock to ensure that the ones you love are taken care of. It’s easy for much of a caregiver’s daily care to go unnoticed or unappreciated, but it’s important for us to take time to show gratitude to those people who give endlessly...

Although spending time with people in your own age group is a great way to connect with people who have lived through similar experiences and are navigating similar age-related changes, having an intergenerational community is also important. Intergenerational...

Making the decision to move into an assisted living facility is a big one for seniors and their families. Wondering what life will really be like when you join an assisted living community can be the toughest part. Will you feel lonely? Will you still get to do the...

Communication can become more difficult as people age. They may have issues with hearing or memory, have a hard time remembering the correct words, and may mumble or repeat themselves. This can make it difficult for them to feel heard, and they may lash out in...

It’s always difficult when a loved one develops dementia. There is a grieving process for who they once were that is experienced by the individual and everyone around them. Yet even if their behavior changes, or they don’t recognize you, they are still the person you...

Many people become anxious about the thought of visiting a loved one in an assisted living home. They are afraid it will be awkward, or that they won’t know what to say. But a little awkwardness won’t hurt you, and taking the time to visit them will mean a lot to your...