During winter, it can feel tiring to even get off the couch. The cold weather and shorter days mean that you or your loved ones are more susceptible to becoming inactive. However, physical activity is an important component of your health, especially for seniors. You should aim for about 2½ hours of moderate-intensity exercise per…
Your golden years are said to be one of the best periods of your life. With ample time and freedom, you are free to relax and enjoy the fruits of your hard labor. However, living independently may be difficult as you age. With increased health risks and higher dependence on others for day-to-day activities, you…
Your golden years give you the time and freedom to prioritize and focus on what really matters to you. Be it wanting to build closer bonds with your friends and family or starting a new fitness routine, your retirement gives you the time and freedom you need. Read on to find out how 55+ housing…
Having your grandchildren visit you in your independent living community can be a wonderful treat. Children remind you to stay young at heart, and interacting with them can brighten a dreary day. Maintaining close bonds with your loved ones can also help prevent social isolation and reduces your risk of depression and anxiety. At first…
Did you know that around 96 percent of volunteers who actively volunteer in their retirement communities report that their work enriches their sense of purpose in life? With volunteering being linked with increased morale, reducing the risks of high blood pressure and cognitive decline, as well as increasing our sense of purpose and self-worth, volunteering…