People from all over the country are flocking to the west coast for a variety of reasons. Among these include the weather, the beautiful outdoors, the never-ending list of entertainment and the overall quality of life. One of the cities that has benefited most from this boom is the area of Oakland, CA, where the […]
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Life Plan communities and independent living communities have subtle differences, but both options are incredibly varied themselves. Senior living communities are sprouting up across the country, giving numerous options to active adults who are seeking a comfortable, carefree and social retirement. In most cases, independent living is a piece of the larger puzzle that is […]
You want what is best for your parents at this stage in their life – to be safe and happy. However, helping your family adjust to their new home in a senior living community will require change, and change can be difficult. It should come as no surprise that individuals often feel hesitant when it […]
Getting the flu is never fun; however, adults age 65 and up are often impacted by the illness far worse than any other age group. As your body ages, your immune system begins to weaken, which puts you at a greater risk of developing serious, even life-threatening complications. According to the CDC, around 50-70% of […]
Selecting a senior apartment floor plan that meets all your needs may seem daunting, especially when you have a lifetime accumulation of possessions and memorabilia to think about. As you prepare for your next move, we’ve compiled a few tips to help you find the best senior apartment floor plan to fit your needs and […]
As you get older, the subject of retirement living options becomes a hot topic. Although many older adults want to continue living in their own home, this option may not be the best choice for them. Moving into a senior living community has numerous benefits you might want to take into account as you consider […]
The lifestyle of aging adults is vastly different today than it was just 20 years ago. Both men and women are living, and staying home, longer. Many are looking to retirement as a time of rest, relaxation, adventure and even luxury – all the things that are hard to find during career-building and child-rearing years. […]
San Francisco, a hilly city located on a peninsula surrounded by the San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean, is best known for its year-round fog, colorful Victorian houses, the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and its cable cars. A visit to the city by the bay will provide you with numerous exciting places to explore […]
Even in senior communities such as Lake Park, where safety considerations have been carefully designed into each living space, additional steps can be taken to ensure a safe home environment. A home safety checklist is a great tool to assess your living space and determine any potential safety hazards. Although injuries are more likely to […]
Finding care for an individual with dementia means evaluating multiple options, and making the best choice can present challenges. If your relative has health conditions in addition to dementia, you may wonder about the pros and cons of memory care and skilled nursing. While the two types of care share some common features, they each […]