Although COVID may never be completely gone, many aspects of life have returned to pre-pandemic routines. A recent poll indicates that seniors’ feelings of loneliness have also eased compared with the pandemic peak, but experts say the current levels remain concerning. Quantifying senior loneliness The January 2023 National Poll on Healthy Aging (NPHA), conducted by … Read more

While research shows up to 90% of older adults want to remain in their own homes as they age, “aging in place” can create challenges for seniors and their families. That is why one of the most significant innovations in senior living over recent decades has been the continuing care at home (CCAH) model. CCAH … Read more

If you follow our social channels, you may have seen our post last week linking to a recent AARP article about the financial burdens that often accompany family caregiving. The article told the story of Amy, whose parents were in their 80s and in poor health when they moved into the independent living portion of … Read more

“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’” — Fred Rogers (a.k.a., Mr. Rogers) There is no shortage of distressing headlines today, from pandemic updates to natural disasters and political unrest. … Read more

By Bob Marshall The following story is part of a joint project between myLifeSite and Senior Correspondent where we ask people to report on their senior living decision process. I had lost a spouse and my first instinct was to stay close to everything familiar — friends, neighborhood routines and community ties. Over several months, … Read more

Retirement communities are evolving to attract more Baby Boomers by offering a wide array of services and activities designed to enhance daily life. Ron Bonvie, a developer of 55-and-over communities, describes the appeal succinctly: “Our [communities’] biggest attribute is a way of life…Many people have said to me, ‘It’s like being on a cruise ship … Read more

The holidays are a time for families to come together, celebrate, and look ahead to the year to come. It’s also an ideal opportunity to start a thoughtful conversation with your parents about their future living arrangements and care needs. One of the most important — and often most complex — decisions your parents will … Read more

There are many kinds of over-55 communities, and the variety can be confusing. In particular, the differences between a senior apartment, independent living with services, and independent living plus can be subtle. Below is a clear, organized look at how these types of 55+ communities differ and what to consider when evaluating options. The over … Read more

The following article is a guest post submitted by Karen Weeks. After retirement, Karen felt restless and struggled to find purpose. She took a computer course, learned to build her own website, ElderWellness.net, and now enjoys learning new skills regularly. She believes nothing should be off limits for seniors. If you assume age prevents learning, … Read more

How do you approach major decisions or life changes? Are you a planner who maps everything out in advance? A procrastinator who puts things off until the last minute? Or a crasher who dives into changes abruptly, without much planning? Colleen Ryan Mallon, vice president of marketing and advancement at Frasier Meadows, a continuing care … Read more