Senior Living Blog - August, 2017 | Senior Living Link

It is hard to imagine the total amount of miles one has walked by the age of 65. Our feet help us get from place to place and take on the enormous responsibility of supporting our entire bodies. We had the chance to discuss expert advice and benefits of physical therapy with Nicole Weinhold, a licensed physical therapist that has over sixteen years of experience. read more

Do you have a senior living home or assisted living facility that needs more residents? While ensuring that residents are well cared for is absolutely necessary, you need to make marketing a continuous priority, too. A common mistake among assisted living facilities is not making someone available to focus only on filling the facility. read more

Recent research shows that loneliness can be twice as unhealthy as obesity and causes stress and even increased memory loss. E veryone at any age needs to feel involved and valued by those near them. Visits are great opportunities to connect, to listen and learn, and to bond with the senior. read more

Have you thought about what decisions need to be made for a loved one when the time comes and they can no longer make the decisions for themselves? This article summarizes some of these important documents to help you determine what route to take in helping and supporting your loved one in their final years. Hopefully, it will make the process easier for you and motivate you to act now. read more

The Internet provides a fast, instantaneous way of talking to people halfway around the globe, and lets us connect with friends and family through various social media websites. As of 2016, 42% in the age demographic of 65 and older are now smartphone owners. Let's explore some popular sites that allow you to connect with friends and family and safety considerations when online. read more

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