by Kristin Ganton | May 5, 2020 | Dementia, Senior Health, Senior Living
As we remain at home during COVID-19, this could be the perfect time to concentrate on your brain health. Habits formed now will help integrate these exercises into your future daily routine. Review this list and choose a few to start with. Schedule at least 30...
by Kristin Ganton | Apr 22, 2020 | COVID-19, Senior Health, Senior Living
There are many ways for seniors to stay busy, feel good and keep smiling that will make the hours melt away during these long days. Take a look at some of the innovative and fun things seniors everywhere can do right now! Go virtual Go to the “virtual” park: One of...
by Kristin Ganton | Apr 15, 2020 | COVID-19, Memory Care, Senior Living
As the coronavirus took hold in the United States, senior living communities ramped up preparations to protect their residents. In compliance with state and federal authorities, nursing homes, assisted living and long-term care facilities are now under lock-down...
by Kristin Ganton | Apr 7, 2020 | Memory Care, Senior Health, Senior Living
There’s an old saying, “use it or lose it” and when it comes to keeping the mind sharp and agile, many experts agree, the more we challenge our brains, the better. According to Medicare.org, “It’s believed that the key to a sharper mind primarily boils down to four...
by Kristin Ganton | Apr 1, 2020 | COVID-19, Senior Health, Senior Living
Even the most meticulous list maker may find themselves low on staple groceries at some point during the COVID-19 pandemic, requiring them to shop for more. For those in the 65+ age group, this is especially serious due to the higher risk of infection attributed to...
by Kristin Ganton | Mar 11, 2020 | COVID-19, Senior Health, Senior Living
Due to the continued spread of COVID-19 around the world, and the state of emergency recently declared in the State of Michigan, the staff and management at Ganton’s Countryside are taking extraordinary precautions to protect our residents who are considered among...
