Four Ideas to Celebrate Memorial Day for Older Adults
May 27, 2023 Memorial Day is for honoring and mourning the U.S. personnel who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. This time of year can be a special time to spend with family and friends. Many of us have close connections with those who serve in the military. We are all […]
Top Four Things to Look for in a Senior Living Home
May 12, 2023 The time has come to move into a senior living home. Maybe the maintenance of your home has become too difficult. Maybe your children live out of state, and you want to stay connected to your community. Whatever your reason is, it is time to make a decision. With so many places […]
Four Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day with Older Adults
April 29, 2023 The first Mother’s Day was celebrated in 1908 when Anna Reeves Jarvis established a day of observance to honor her mother and all mothers. In 1914, Woodrow Wilson would go on to sign Mother’s Day into law. Mother’s Day is a special time of year for all families. What better time to […]
Four Types of Exercise That Help Older Adults Maintain Mobility
April 1, 2023 The CDC reports that regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. As the body ages, the daily activities that used to be easy have the potential to become more difficult. Partaking in gentle exercise can help maintain the body’s strength and assist in […]
Four Ways to Welcome Spring When Living in a Senior Home
March 11, 2023 It is almost time for spring! The cold days of winter are coming to a close. While we appreciate all the seasons, spring brings feelings of renewal, fresh starts, and gratitude for better weather. When you live at a senior living home, such as Beacon Crest Senior Living, the staff will help […]
Four Ways to Stay Warm in Winter Weather
February 25, 2023 That winter weather is hitting hard. Cold temperatures can negatively affect physical health and emotional well-being. While there are ways to keep the positive feelings flowing, it is imperative to stay warm in the cold weather for your health. When you live at a senior living home, such as Beacon Crest Senior […]
Four Things to Love About a Senior Living Community
February 2, 2023 February is the month of love. In celebration, here are the four things we love about senior living communities. There are many community benefits at Senior homes, such as Beacon Crest Senior Living. It was challenging to narrow our list to only four topics! Whether it be the gourmet meals, monthly events, […]
Four Fun Ideas to Celebrate January
January 20, 2023 The holidays have come and gone, and it is mid-January. Valentine’s Day is not for another month. What can you do to celebrate this time of the year? The fun does not have to stop with the holiday season. Senior living homes, such as Beacon Crest Senior Living, host events all year […]
Four Ideas for Holiday Gifts When Older Adults Cannot Go Shopping
January 10, 2023 It is that time of year again. Many holidays occur in December. Older adults can struggle with giving gifts when limited by transportation. The cold weather can be another factor that prevents long shopping days. Many have found that the gift of time together can leave a lasting impression more than any […]
Four Skills Older Adults Can Learn That Help with Computer Literacy
December 3, 2022 AARP reports that fifty-one percent of adults over fifty purchased a tech product within the past year. More than half of people over the age of fifty own a tablet, and sixty-seven percent of older adults use the internet. Some individuals report feelings of discomfort when tackling the technology that currently exists. […]
Four Benefits of Connecting to Gratitude for Older Adults
November 19, 2022 Diversus Health reports that practicing gratitude means: making the conscious habit of expressing appreciation regularly for big and small things. Each November, we are reminded that it is imperative to be grateful for all we have. What about the rest of the year? Reports state that gratitude makes you feel better and […]
Four Ways to Stay Healthy While Enjoying the Holiday Season
November 5, 2022 The holiday season is here! Are you ready? Whether it be family gatherings, shopping excursions with friends, or holiday events in cold weather, the season has the potential to create health challenges. How can you protect yourself? You do not want to miss out on the festive fun, but you do not […]