Senior Living News

Volunteering from Your Assisted Living Apartment: Where to Volunteer Online

One of the Bible's central messages is the importance of giving generously and wholeheartedly to others. Donating money can help charitable organizations fund their crucial work, but volunteering your time and skills can be just as valuable. Many seniors living in assisted living communities want to volunteer but worry about the practicalities. Fortunately, the internet lets Christians volunteer virtually without leaving their couch. Below, you can find some of the best websites for volunteering from home, whether you wish to volunteer on a casual basis or get involved in long-term projects.

Ideas for Centering God in Your New Year's Resolutions

Many people start the New Year with a solemn pledge to lose weight, learn something new or quit bad habits. However, without the proper motivation, these resolutions often fall by the wayside before January is through. Centering your New Year's resolutions around serving God is an excellent way to boost motivation and nurture your faith with God's help. Below, you can find out how to choose faithful New Year's resolutions.

6 Activities for People With Dementia

‍There are many benefits people with dementia can receive from participating in activities regularly. Cognitive-rich activities, such as going through photo albums and listening to music, have been proven to help slow the progression of memory loss in some cases. Physical activities, on the other hand, can increase seniors' coordination and motor skills and reduce their chances of developing heart disease and diabetes. For the caregivers and family members of individuals with dementia, activities offer opportunities to spend time interacting with their loved ones and give them conversation starters. Many of the traditional activities that seniors enjoy, including gardening and painting, can be tailored to suit various levels of abilities and skills. If you're looking for inspiration for your next activity project, here are six that you might want to consider doing with your loved one.

A Brief Guide to Arthritis for Older Adults

Millions of people in the United States live with arthritis, and many forms of arthritis are more common in older adults. While severe cases of arthritis can limit mobility, there are many options for treatment and ways to live with arthritis. If you're new to an arthritis diagnosis, check out the brief guide below to find out more.

7 Benefits of Memory Care in an Assisted Living Community

Did you know that the Autumn View Gardens assisted living community in Creve Coeur offers four levels of care? They include assisted living, memory care, respite care and hospice care.If you or someone you love is facing a dementia or Alzheimer's diagnosis, you might want to find out more about how memory care in an assisted living community works. Our services are designed to support the overall health and wellness of every resident while ensuring they can live as active a lifestyle as possible. At the same time, knowing that someone is being cared for by our experienced and compassionate staff can bring peace of mind to loved ones.

6 Tablet and Laptop Options for Seniors

Perhaps you've had devices and computers for decades. Or, if you're like some older adults, you only really used computers in your work environment and avoided them in your personal life. Either way, you might realize how many advantages the right device could bring today.

7 Non-Fiction Books Seniors Should Read

While many recommended books for seniors are fiction, there are lots of great non-fiction when you want to get lost in a good book while learning something new

How Crafts and Hands-on Activities Help in Memory Care

Whether you prefer indoor activities or just can't make it outside due to bad weather, a great way to pass the time is to do crafts and hands-on activities

5 Classic Movies For Seniors

Whether you’re looking to relive fond memories or finally see what all the hype is about, there are a few classics that every senior should see.

Memory Care: Tips for Rediscovering Memories

While medical intervention may be necessary, there are plenty of ways to help someone rediscover memories through lifestyle shifts, fun activities, etc.