Choosing the right senior living community starts with understanding what matters most to you. Begin by ranking your wants and needs, then research and compare a few communities online. Schedule in-person tours, ask exactly what's included in the monthly fee…
Retirement brings with it lots of time to do whatever, whenever. But for many seniors, that extra time can be come a burden. One way to eliminate the problem of too much time is to volunteer. It’s the rare senior…
Keeping the brain stimulated and healthy in retirement has never been easier. Today, we understand more about the brain and how to keep it in great shape through games and training systems. Although the evidence is mixed on what brain…
Exercise is essential to health, and for seniors, it is especially important. As we age, our bodies lose muscle mass, bones weaken, and balance and agility decrease. But by exercising regularly, seniors can rebuild and sustain their health and physical…
Finding sources of funds for senior care can cause many sleepless nights for seniors but there are more options than one might think. Even seniors who don’t have deep financial resources can often find funding for senior care where they…
One of the best ways to assess a new place to live is to check out the local festivals throughout the year. These events offer a variety of cultural, social and entertainment opportunities that make retirement fun and enriching. The…
The Dayton-Kettering area is rich in history that reaches back thousands of years. From ancient civilizations to the modern culturally rich place it is today, the Dayton – Kettering area has earned a reputation for being a senior-friendly town because…
Aging well is a term that means different things to different people. For some it means the freedom to wander and travel, while for others it means spending time doing things you couldn’t do while working or just having the…
It’s a fact that humans are social beings and as a result all humans need some level of social interaction to remain mentally and physically healthy. Socialization for seniors, however, can become a challenge as they age, they lose friends,…
You’ve made the decision to embrace a truly carefree lifestyle by moving to a luxury senior living community, now it’s time to downsize and shed the weight of home ownership. Just a quick look around a typical family home will…