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According to experts, the best way to prevent health problems and stay independent as we get older is to engage in weekly exercise and strength training. Country Meadows offers a robust program for senior fitness in Wyomissing, PA. Our on-campus fitness programs provide one-on-one personal training, weight training and group classes provided by our professional fitness staff.

When spending time with older loved ones this holiday season, perhaps you noticed some concerning situations involving their health or safety and welfare. If this is the case, and if your loved one is no longer safe living in their current situation, you may want to research what to look for in a memory care facility.

Maintaining friendships and making new connections are vital as we age, regardless of whether or not one is living in a retirement community. Loneliness and social isolation in older adults are serious public health risks affecting a significant number of people, putting them at risk for dementia and other serious medical conditions.

For older adults, a trip to the hospital can be the impetus for a major life change. If a senior lives alone, returning home to the house they lived in for a long time may no longer be possible. The next step may be moving to assisted living housing. More often than not, this transition can be one of the biggest adjustments a senior will make in their older years.

Grief is a strong, sometimes overwhelming emotion that is natural and normal. There is no one “right” way to grieve, and each one of us reacts in our own way. People with dementia requiring memory care help can have problems understanding and communicating, but that doesn’t mean they can’t feel grief when someone dies.

The winter holidays are a joyful time when families gather together to celebrate the season. It also is a time when family members gather and might notice changes in older loved ones. These changes can lead to health questions such as, “Is it time for Alzheimer’s care?”

Senior living dining programs are providing more variety than ever, supporting wellness by offering more fruits, vegetables and whole grains and less high-fat dairy and fried foods. Dining teams prepare delicious meals for residents and guests to enjoy while offering options to meet most dietary needs and trends, such as those featured in this sample menu from Country Meadows.

Did you know there are financial assistance programs available to veterans who need assisted living care? Our veterans made numerous sacrifices to uphold the freedom we enjoy today while their families kept the home fires burning. They are entitled to many benefits in appreciation for all they endured for America.

Breathing is essential to life. Experiencing shortness of breath or being unable to breathe is scary and unsettling, but help is available. Nursing and rehab programs can help people manage their symptoms, learn how and when to use their oxygen correctly, monitor medications, reduce hospitalizations and improve their quality of life.

Americans are getting older. By the year 2060, the number of people over age 65 in the United States is expected to nearly double, creating an increased demand for affordable senior living. Many people are concerned about the cost of living at a retirement community. However, affordable senior living may be easier to find than you think.

You have realized the time has come to seek personal care for elderly loved one(s). This can be a daunting task as many different senior living options are available. There are items to look for when looking for the right personal care community.

Grief is the natural reaction to loss, whether it is the death of a loved one, lost physical ability or any life changing event. While everyone experiences loss, seniors may experience serious health effects when coping with grief. Helping seniors with loss is important to maintaining their health.

It is estimated that approximately 15 percent of older adults have difficulty swallowing. This condition is called dysphagia, and it can cause serious health issues including malnutrition, dehydration or even aspiration pneumonia. Seniors living in retirement communities may receive nursing care to help them manage their difficulties with swallowing.

You receive an excited call from your parents telling you they just won a sweepstakes. All they have to do is send a thousand dollars to receive their prize. How do you tell them it’s probably one of many scams targeting older adults ?

Moving into retirement housing is a big decision. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 70 percent of seniors over the age of 65 will need long term care services as they age. So, when is the best time to move to a retirement community?

It’s been said time and time again that life is a journey, not a destination. And that journey can be a lot more fun and adventurous at active adult communities! Research has proven time and time again that participating in leisure activities is important to enhance quality of life and life satisfaction for seniors.

There’s no place like home. This popular saying is rooted in the truth that people are most comfortable in the place they call home. Home is where many people raise a family and build memories. However, as we age, home can become a place filled with challenges.

A memory care facility can lessen the stress of living with dementia for the person and their caregiving family. Here is a quick primer on what you should know about dementia care when choosing a memory care facility.

Seniors contemplating living in retirement homes should consider the pros and cons of choosing not to drive, not just whether they are still capable of driving.

Summer time is fun time especially at assisted senior living communities. Active adult communities have many different amenities for residents to enjoy with their neighbors, visiting family members and friends. …