Activities
| January 31, 2018
The right times to raise concerns in a nursing home
"My older sister is recently moved into a long-term care home. It seems to us that the staff was very attentive and very nice when she first arrived, but they aren’t so much anymore."
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| January 26, 2018
Going for the gold(en age): teens give dementia residents their own Olympic event
Residents compete in modified biathlon, luge, bobsleigh events.
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| January 17, 2018
Center uses spa treatments to suppress dementia outbursts
A new program at an area nursing home uses touch and spa-like treatments to bring comfort to its end-of-life residents.
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| January 17, 2018
How people can better select an assisted living facility
If you are considering assisted living for you or a loved one, the decision can be overwhelming.
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| January 16, 2018
All arts can be beneficial for those with dementia
New research has shown that engaging in the arts may be just as beneficial as exercise.
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| January 5, 2018
Mood-boosting activities
What’s good for the mood may also be good for the brain, so engaging residents is key, especially during the dark days of winter.
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| December 28, 2017
2018 resolutions worth keeping
A California senior living provider asks residents their goals for the year ahead.
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| December 27, 2017
Pet therapy is for the birds
Senior living providers are learning a bird in the hand is worth a lot to seniors who suffer from loneliness.
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| December 22, 2017
’Tis the season
SNF resident blogger Kathy Mears reminisces of holidays past spent at nursing homes, a reminder that this may be the most difficult time of year for some residents.
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| December 21, 2017
Assisted living activities: From blankets to beer, variety is key
Bingo and movie night aren’t enough to keep most residents engaged and happy. Activity professional Susan Rauch shares unconventional ideas for expanding your activities offerings.
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