How to Celebrate the New Year in a Senior Assisted Living Community
As the calendar turns to a new year, it’s time to start thinking about how to celebrate it. Celebrating the new year is a great way to bring some fun and joy into the lives of those living in senior assisted living communities. Here are some fun and creative ideas for...
4 Winter Safety Tips for Seniors in Assisted Living
Winter and cold weather present particular dangers to seniors. Our senior care staff at Mountain Plaza Assisted Living has identified four specific areas where practicing winter safety and caring for seniors' well-being go hand in hand. We hope that our knowledge will...
How to Effectively Communicate with Your Loved One Who Has Dementia
It can be difficult to communicate with a parent who is aging and has Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia. That's because dementia is characterized by memory loss as well as difficulty expressing and understanding ideas, a condition known medically...
Thanksgiving Fun for Seniors in Assisted Living Communities
With the approaching holiday season, there are many chances to transform ordinary days in your assisted living community into festive experiences. Consider the entire month of November in Wyoming as a month-long Thanksgiving celebration with regular themed events...
Early Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease
Whether you're worried about yourself or a loved one, it's crucial to be aware of the symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease and forms of dementia to facilitate a prompt diagnosis. The most common early warning signs of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, are listed...
Why Seniors Should Take Part in Art Therapy Projects
The purpose of art therapy, which can involve a variety of artistic mediums, is to address problems with both mental and physical health while enhancing quality of life. Through creative endeavors, people can manage their stress while learning new skills and keeping...
How to Meet New People in Your Senior Living Community
You might be finding that making friends as an older adult is different from making friends when you were younger. Fortunately, there are many options if you're considering how to meet people as you get older. Here are four strategies for making friends in a senior...
The Benefits of Pets for Seniors in an Assisted Living Community
Today, many senior communities welcome the presence of four-legged residents. If you are considering relocating a loved one to an assisted living community, they may be concerned about what will happen to their beloved dog or cat. The good news is that they won't have...
How a Senior Living Community Helps Reduce Stress
Seniors face a number of difficulties as they age, which may strain both their bodies and minds. Things that were once simple or easy are now challenging and stressful. Including going up and down stairs, preparing food, and managing everyday household tasks. Given...
The Top 4 Benefits Of Living in an Assisted Living Community
Your loved one is entitled to the physical and mental well-being that comes with a happy retirement. A senior community living is the perfect place to help your loved one achieve this objective. Let's look at the four biggest benefits of an assisted living community. ...