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 | 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 | Sep 8, 2020 | Aging in Place, Independent Living, Senior Living
When adults aged 50+ were asked in an AARP survey where they would like to grow older, 3 out of 4 said they wanted to stay in their homes and communities. Otherwise known as aging-in-place, it’s not an uncommon response. But the problem? Many of those surveyed didn’t...
by Kristin Ganton | Aug 18, 2020 | Assisted Living, Retirement Community, Senior Living
Is downsizing part of your retirement plan? If it is, you’re no doubt catching up on all the latest tips and suggestions for how best to successfully navigate the process. But you may find yourself coming face-to-face with a relatively new challenge. And one that is...
by Kristin Ganton | Aug 5, 2020 | Assisted Living, Caregiver, Senior Living
Caregiving for one or both of your parents can be a rewarding experience in which you proudly participate. But if you’re still working and your loved one’s needs increase, you may find yourself sandwiched in between two demanding responsibilities. Can one person...
by Kristin Ganton | Jul 22, 2020 | Senior Living, Technology for Seniors, Virtual Learning
Perhaps never before have so many people had so much time on their hands. For seniors who have retired, this is especially true. If time is weighing heavy on you, perhaps now is a good time to consider lifelong learning via the internet. No matter your interest,...
