Gathering at the dinner table to share a meal with others is one of the healthiest habits older adults can adopt. The benefits of eating together go beyond better nutrition. For many seniors, the opportunity to socialize can be every bit as important as the balanced meal on their plate.
“Thank You for Being a Friend” If you’re a fan of 1980s sitcoms, you may recognize that as the theme song from “The Golden Girls.” While the show was (and still is) good for a few laughs, it also serves as an example of why, for seniors, friendship matters so
When it comes to improving the well-being of seniors, there may be nothing more transformational than the power of positive relationships. At Park Senior Villas, we see the transformative effect of deepening social connections every day. We see friendships growing between residents, bonds developing between staff and residents, and deep
As researchers continue their quest to end Alzheimer’s disease, those of us who provide care for or love someone who is living with the disease have many reasons to remain hopeful a cure is on the way. For instance, new drugs are available that appear capable of delaying the disease’s
As our loved ones age, it becomes increasingly vital to ensure they’re able to maintain their independence and receive the best possible care and support, should they need it, during their golden years. If supportive care is needed, assisted living communities and skilled nursing facilities (or what are sometimes referred
Did you know that bingo has a birthday … month? It’s December, in case you’re wondering. Hard-core fans can celebrate the 31 Days of Bingo if they want, though the average person is more likely to celebrate National Bingo Day, like we do at Park Senior Villas. A Brief History
Although the terms behavioral health and mental health refer to different aspects of how a person thinks and acts, there is some overlap between them. For example, a mental health condition can have an impact on a person’s behavioral health. And a person’s routine behaviors can bring on or worsen
It’s no secret that socializing is one of the keys to aging well. Connecting with others promotes a sense of well-being and reduces the likelihood of experiencing loneliness and depression for people of all ages, and the benefits may be most evident in seniors. Though nearly all of us enjoy
Have you ever wondered why you can immediately recall the lyrics to a song you knew well but haven’t heard in decades, even though you might have to stop and think for a minute before remembering what you ate for lunch yesterday? As neurologists continue to learn more about how
Did you know that professional caregivers who work at facilities that provide memory care in Arizona are not required to receive dementia-specific training? Administrators at memory care communities must receive special training specific to dementia, but the actual caregivers do not. Many people are surprised by that. At Park Senior
