Activities
Pet Therapy and Elder Care: A Winning Combination
Frequent contact with pets has been shown to improve cognitive abilities, enhance mood, and boost feelings of interest and enthusiasm. Read More »
Involving the Wider Community
It’s not always easy, but bringing the outside world to your residents can benefit everyone involved.
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2018 resolutions worth keeping
A California senior living provider asks residents their goals for the year ahead.
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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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’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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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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The sound of participation
A Boston startup is helping residents stay involved by bringing conversations up close and personal to combat hearing loss.
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Friendships: the key to aging well
Northwestern University researchers have found a relationship between brain health and positive relationships in a study of social butterflies age 80 and older with sharp memories.
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Holiday traditions: One-on-one with…Denise Scruggs
Make the holidays the most wonderful time of the year by using time-honored traditions and faith-based celebrations to engage residents with dementia.
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Connecting with a church
SNF resident blogger Kathy Mears shares how she wishes she had more connection time with her local church.
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