Why Should Senior Citizens Perform Balance Exercises?

An elderly woman in a recreational center performing tree pose (yoga). She is standing on one leg, with the other pressed into the inside of her thigh and her arms raised overhead. There are several other women in the background doing the same.

As we age, maintaining our physical health becomes increasingly important, especially when it comes to balance. For both senior citizens residing in assisted living communities and in other living arrangements, engaging in balance exercises is not just beneficial; it’s essential for enhancing their quality of life. We examine balance exercises for seniors, highlighting the pivotal … Read more

Art Therapy for the Elderly 

An elderly woman sitting and creating art. She holds a paintbrush in her right hand.

Art therapy for the elderly offers a vibrant blend of emotional, cognitive, and physical benefits that transcend conventional care approaches. By engaging in creative expression through various artistic mediums, seniors can explore feelings, reconcile emotional conflicts, and foster self-awareness in a nurturing environment. This form of therapy not only enriches the lives of older adults … Read more

Navigating Medicare

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Navigating Medicare can often feel like charting a course through a maze of options, rules, and deadlines—a journey that can be particularly daunting for seniors seeking to maximize their benefits while minimizing out-of-pocket costs. At our Delray Beach senior living center, we understand the complexities involved in making informed decisions about Medicare coverage. Through this … Read more

What is Advanced Care Planning?

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Advanced care planning is a critical process that often goes overlooked until it becomes urgently needed. It involves making decisions about the healthcare you would want to receive if you’re unable to speak for yourself, ensuring your wishes are understood and respected by family and healthcare providers alike.  Table of Contents Defining Advanced Care Planning … Read more

From Brush Strokes to Brain Cells: How Creative Activities Can Improve Senior Memory and Attention Span

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As we age, our senior memory and attention span can start to decline – but that doesn’t mean it’s too late to give them a boost! Engaging in creative activities like painting, music or writing has been proven to enhance cognitive function and improve brain health in seniors.  Below, we’ll explore how these seemingly simple … Read more

Memory Care: the Essential Features of Our Specialized Approach

Many elderly people need more than the basic services of an assisted living facility. They need memory care – a blend of medical care, socializing, and assistance with activities of daily living that aim to slow down the progress of dementia and Alzheimer’s.  For relatives of elderly people with these conditions, the pain of witnessing … Read more

The Benefits of Assisted Living Facilities Help Seniors Thrive

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Aging doesn’t have to mean giving up and facility-based living doesn’t have to be the end of the road. In fact, for seniors that need a little support–from skilled nurses or a community of their peers, assisted living is a terrific solution.  There are many options for assisted living, and facilities like our Boynton Beach … Read more

The Real Benefits of a Senior Living Community

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Making the choice to transition to assisted living can be confusing, scary, and a source of conflicted emotions. It’s a tough decision that the elderly and their adult children must face together. Navigating difficult conversations filled with strong emotions can be enough of a challenge. Let’s take an objective look and talk about the real … Read more