by Kristin Ganton | Nov 17, 2020 | Assisted Living, Senior Health, Senior Living
Aging brings about many physical and mental changes and one of those could be the onset of Type 2 diabetes, the most common form of the disease. According to the National Diabetes Statistics Report 2020, published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,...
by Kristin Ganton | Nov 3, 2020 | Assisted Living, Senior Health, Technology for Seniors
Smartphones are ubiquitous in today’s world. They are not only handy, they can be very helpful too, with the right apps installed. Seniors in assisted living have many great app choices available to make life easier, better connected and much more fun. Whether you or...
by Kristin Ganton | Oct 7, 2020 | Memory Care, Senior Health
The onset of memory loss may at first bring about small changes in a loved one’s behavior, but over time, these changes become more pronounced. As memory is challenged, seniors begin to fail at completing daily routines, including regular and effective dental hygiene....
by Kristin Ganton | Sep 24, 2020 | Senior Health, Senior Living
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, every year in the United States, 2.8 million seniors are treated in the emergency room for fall-related injuries, resulting in “800,000 hospitalizations and more than 27,000 deaths.” From a different...
by Kristin Ganton | Jul 8, 2020 | Dehydration, Senior Health, Senior Living
Ahh … summertime! Sunshine, blue skies and yes … COVID-19 are here. But there are plenty of ways to safely enjoy our beautiful Michigan summer with just a little vigilance and patience. This is especially important for seniors who are among the most vulnerable but can...
by Kristin Ganton | Jun 24, 2020 | Assisted Living, Senior Health, Senior Living
Diversity plays an amazing role in life. It can expand our own small corner of the planet beyond what we could personally experience. Take a moment to consider all the unique people who have crossed your path and you might see how your world view changed. We may need...
