Tag: friendships

More than 42 million Americans identify as lonely. Of course, we’re all lonely from time to time. And a few days of loneliness aren’t necessarily problematic, but when loneliness becomes...

Transitioning from a long-time home to a senior living community can be a significant life change for older adults. While it presents opportunities for new experiences, it also comes with...

Growing older brings the need to make decisions about how and where to live, whether it’s at home or in a senior living community. More often than not, those decisions...

It’s common for many adults, whether fully or partially retired, to look forward to the next part of life when they have more free time to pursue interests, hobbies, and...

Written by: Charlie Johnson In this 5-part series, Charlie shares his experience with his mother and her journey with Alzheimer’s. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Once your...

Elizabeth Thompson is a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT). The Arrow...

Cultivating positive habits can contribute to a healthy lifestyle for seniors. People around the world live long, fulfilling lives thanks to habits they have passed on from generation to generation. In...

No matter where we are in life or what age we are, making new friends and creating new connections can be challenging. As we get older, opportunities to meet people decline,...