Brookdale Blogs

Even if you’re physically distanced from friends and family, you can still stay connected to the ones you love. Whether from your smartphone, laptop or a voice assistant, here are some of the best apps and smart devices for video calling the ones you love.

From mini horses to friendly snakes, these unusual therapy animals are giving “creature comforts” a whole new meaning.

Facebook is one of the most popular social media platforms worldwide, with over 2.7 billion monthly active users. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you create your very own Facebook account and a few tips about how to make the most of your new account.

Watch the sweet story of two friends reunited at Brookdale.

Making an effort to socialize, learn new skills and grow as an individual are a significant part of our well-being, and right now they’re more important than ever. These virtual clubs and organizations can be a great way for seniors to keep learning and stay social — all from the comfort of home.

When it comes to making the move to senior living, there’s a lot to consider, but perhaps one of the first questions people ask themselves is: how early is too early to move into a senior living community?

Home is where the heart is. Luckily, it doesn’t take much to breathe some new life into your space. There are several senior-friendly, budget-conscious tips and tricks that make it easy to make your home feel like a brand-new abode.

If you’re looking for a new hobby, now is the perfect time to jog your creativity—and we have nine books to do just that. Whether you love writing, painting, drawing or crocheting, these inventive books are here to help you find your inner artist.

For 40 years, Tony Herbst was a pro in the pizza business. But after retiring from day-to-day operations, he was looking for something new to master. One day, he saw a local ad for painting lessons, and decided to give it a try.

Did your retirement take a hit due to the pandemic? Here are a few tips to help you manage your retirement savings.

Who should seniors follow on social media? We’ve got a few suggestions for adding fun to your feed.

Not only is crafting fun, but it can also be great for your mind and body. Here are five craft ideas to help boost your mood and get your mind flowing.

Telehealth is a growing technology that allows people to see a therapist or mental health professional directly from their device. This technology can be particularly important for seniors.

Joy Ryan—Grandma Joy as she’s lovingly known to her over 36,800 Instagram followers—has done a lot in the past few years. She’s been followed by humpback whales and dolphins at Channel Islands National Park. She encountered a bison herd at Yellowstone National Park. And she’s done it all with her grandson at her side.

One of the most common health issues seniors run into is hearing loss. But loud music isn’t the only thing that can put the “huh?” into “hard of hearing.” Here are some less common ways you could damage your hearing.