Far apart, yet close at heart. Sometimes distance or other circumstances make it impossible to visit a loved one in assisted living during the holidays. Yet you can still find interesting ways for celebrating holidays remotely and sharing the joys of the season together. In fact, with a little imagination and today’s technology, you can […]
Supporting Caregivers During Family Caregivers Month
As The Alzheimer’s Association reminds us, Alzheimer’s disease doesn’t just affect the person with the diagnosis—it also impacts families and friends, especially those who provide care for them. Not only is November National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, it’s also Family Caregivers Month. It’s an opportunity to honor the nearly 15 million Americans who provide 17 billion hours […]
6 Ways Exercise Helps the Aging Brain
You’ve heard of it: the fountain of youth! The same one that Juan Ponce de León wore out his sandals searching for. Throughout history, it’s been said to exist in Florida, Cuba, the Canary Islands, Polynesia, and England. But it’s actually much closer than you think! According to the True Health Initiative, physical exercise remains the […]
How to Pay for Memory Care and What It Includes
The more you learn about memory care and what it includes, the easier it will be to make decisions that are right for you and your family. You will also want to be aware of all possible sources of financial assistance. At Peregrine Senior Living, we are here to help. How to Pay for Memory […]
Finding Fulfillment in Assisted Living
It’s very likely you’ve made time in your life to accomplish many things, like pursuing a career, raising a family, or achieving other personal goals. So what’s next? Now might be the perfect time to sit back, relax, and embrace all the other opportunities that await you, without having to worry about the little things. […]
Keep Going, Keep Growing: Celebrating Healthy Aging During Active Aging Week!
Active Aging Week is this month, dedicated to celebrating how positive aging can be and encouraging adults over 50 to take advantage of all that life has to offer. At Peregrine Senior Living, we are all about healthy aging and helping our residents continue to grow mentally, socially, and spiritually. In fact, we’re changing expectations […]
How The Outdoors Benefits Seniors Living with Dementia
“I go to Nature to be soothed and healed,” said naturalist and author John Burroughs. There’s much wisdom in those words as there is more and more evidence that the outdoors is good for us, especially those with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. It not only helps reduce symptoms of these conditions, but also lifts the […]
Why Common Areas Are So Important in Assisted Living Communities
When you move into an assisted living community, you get much more than a comfortable apartment and a professional team of caregivers ready to offer you a helping hand. You also get a variety of home-inspired, inviting spaces in which to socialize, entertain, and relax. Knowing that your home far extends beyond the door of […]
Overcoming Barriers to Fitness: Motivating Seniors to Exercise
Finding ways to stay active and engage in some form of physical fitness is important for everyone, regardless of age. Yet, many seniors — more than half of older adults — do not get the exercise they need due to barriers that get in their way. These can be lack of information, uncertainty about physical […]
The Benefits of Pets for Seniors
They console us when we’re down, and make us smile and enjoy life more: pets. They can be very good for us, whether it’s our physical health or our state of mind. Experts are quick to tell us how they can impact our bodies, and at Peregrine Senior Living, we know that the mind and […]