Independence Day Activities for Seniors
It’s almost the Fourth of July, and who says the fun is just for kids? There are many ways to include mom and dad in
It’s almost the Fourth of July, and who says the fun is just for kids? There are many ways to include mom and dad in
For many people, the realization that their senior parent needs long term care services may come as a shock. Oftentimes, coming to this realization elicits
Father’s Day is coming up this month, which means it’s time to honor the special father figures in our lives! Grandfathers, in particular, can fill
The symptoms of vision and hearing loss can be similar to some of the early signs of dementia. For instance, your senior loved one may
Summer is pretty much here, and everyone deserves a vacation – especially senior caregivers. Caregiving can be so rewarding, but with great reward comes great
Anti-aging secret #1: stay active. Losing muscle strength and flexibility can not only make daily tasks virtually impossible without assistance, but can also lead to
They say laughter is the best medicine and we couldn’t agree more! In honor of National Humor Month, the assisted living team at Collingswood is
Rev. Jocelyn Tyree (Chaplain Jocelyn) began her duties as Director of Mission and Pastoral Care yesterday. Jocelyn has received an Ordination from the African Methodist
With the weather getting warmer, it’s time for everybody to spring into action! Especially older adults who may have felt a little too cooped up
Margaret Thatcher said it best, “If you want something said, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman.” There’s no limit to
Burns can be very serious regardless of who sustains them, but recovering from burns can be more difficult for older adults. We’ve all accidentally touched
Living an independent lifestyle is important, no matter your age. That’s why it’s a “no-brainer” for us to embrace Senior Independence Month in February. At
Moving can be an overwhelming experience for anyone, especially seniors who are downsizing. They may have to make some hard decisions about the belongings coming with them.
If your parent or loved one is reaching a point in which living independently is no longer the best option, it may be time to
They say, “The secret of change is to focus all your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new.” Change is scary,