The COVID-19 pandemic has forced senior living communities to place strict visitor restrictions because seniors are more vulnerable to the virus. While this protects the residents in senior living, loss of touch with family can lead to loneliness, isolation, and depression. For this reason, senior living communities have had to devise ways to ensure ongoing…
The holiday season causes a lot of excitement, but it’s common to feel sad and lonely when it ends, especially in a senior living community. In some cases, the winter blues are a result of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). SAD is a mood disorder that cycles with the seasons. It is most common during winter…
There is no question that your physiology changes as you advance in years. Your body starts to grow weaker, and you become vulnerable to diseases. In fact, most chronic diseases appear in advanced years. Do not worry since these changes are just a part of the normal aging process. However, you will need to do…
One of the realities that come with old age is that your immune system begins to weaken. Something as simple as a cold can lead to complications. As such, you must learn how to stay healthy during the flu season. The flu season begins in early October and ends in March. For seniors, flu can…
As the weather begins to change along with the color of the leaves, your mind may be thinking about the upcoming holidays. Everyone enjoys the excitement of the holidays and all they have to offer. From autumn to the New Year, people are bustling about as they prepare for the wonder of the season. If…
As fall approaches, many seniors may be thinking about the upcoming holidays. With Thanksgiving right around the corner, many people are making their plans. If you live in a senior living community, you may be wondering how you can have an enjoyable Thanksgiving. Some seniors may not have extended family members who live nearby. As…
As the weather begins to turn chillier, you know that winter is just about here. Many people start thinking about the holidays during this time or preparing for winter activities they enjoy. However, it’s also essential to consider winter safety, especially if you’re a senior. The winter can be a time of risk for seniors…
People living in a senior living community may wonder about how they will celebrate the upcoming holidays. If this is your first year in a senior living home, then you may have wondered, can I celebrate the holidays in senior living? Making the transition to a new community in senior living can feel overwhelming, but…
Each chapter of life brings new opportunities and choices, and retirement is no exception. As you or your loved one matures and goes into their golden years, you may begin to consider a range of senior living options. Finding the right senior living community leads to many advantages, including healthcare, convenience, and socialization. As such,…
As you get older, your body tends to deteriorate as well. Your sight and hearing may weaken, as will your immune system, opening you up to certain medical conditions. That said, you can protect your overall health over the next chapter of your life by consciously making smart and healthy eating choices. At Clover Hill,…