Brookdale Blogs

November 30, 2020

How Passion and Purpose Keep This 74-Year-Old Scholar Sharp

Charles Wright is a straight-A student. When he’s not writing papers, he’s grading them as a communications professor at the University of Texas at San Antonio. He’s also working on a dissertation for his doctoral degree and penning his first book titled, “Refire, Don’t Retire" — all at age 74.

Health, Safety and Wellness

November 23, 2020

3 minutes

How to Host a Diabetes-Friendly Holiday Dinner

So you’ve just been informed that one of your holiday dinner guests was recently diagnosed with diabetes. Your new challenge is to adapt the menu to be diabetes-friendly while keeping it as delicious as usual. Fortunately, you have plenty of options available.

Caregiver's Corner

November 19, 2020

Navigating the Middle: When You Find Yourself Between Your Adult Children and Aging Parents

Who knew that getting older might actually mean being pulled in more directions than ever before? You may be needed not only by your adult children, but also by grandchildren and maybe even aging parents and relatives.

Financial Well-Being

November 16, 2020

5 minutes

Saving for Retirement? Make a Zero-Based Budget

Whether you’re building your retirement fund, saving up for a move to senior living, paying down debt or simply looking for a way to better manage your money, a zero-based budget can help you save more cash and help accomplish your financial goals.  

Socialization & Relationships

November 09, 2020

6 Senior-Friendly Ways to Celebrate the Holidays When You’re Apart

Put a new spin on old holiday traditions with these ways to stay connected with your senior loved ones during the holidays, even when you can’t be together.

The Journey to Senior Living

November 05, 2020

6 Tips for Maximizing Space When You Downsize Your Home

Don’t let downsizing cramp your style — instead, use these tips for maximizing small spaces.

November 02, 2020

Five “Feel-Like-a-Kid-Again” Activities

Wouldn’t it be great if you could turn back the hands of time and be a carefree kid again? Well, you’re in luck, because you don’t need a time machine. Here are a few easy and fun activities you can do in your own home.

Trending Now

October 30, 2020

Five Tech Tools to Help Seniors Get Active

There are plenty of ways for seniors to get active thanks to the latest technology. From water bottles that remind you to stay hydrated to a watch that adjusts to your level of fitness, here’s a list of the senior-friendly tech tools that can help you get moving.

Alzheimer's & Dementia

October 27, 2020

Finding Joy: What to Bring When Moving to a Memory Care Community

Moving into a memory care community can mean tough choices about what to bring and what to let go. As you and your loved one sort through a lifetime of belongings, choosing items that bring him or her joy can be a north star.

Alzheimer's & Dementia, Brookdale Vision and Growth

October 27, 2020

Alzheimer’s Research Trends and Updates

Experts are optimistic about the prospects for a real breakthrough in the treatment and prevention of Alzheimer’s. And as they dig deeper into the underlying causes of dementia, they are identifying clearer connections between lifestyle and behavior modification that significantly reduce the risk of being impacted by dementia.

Socialization & Relationships

October 26, 2020

Celebrating Halloween At Home

This October’s festivities may look a little different from Halloweens past, but there are plenty of ways that you can enjoy this haunted holiday with your loved ones, even when you’re apart.

Passion & Purpose

October 23, 2020

Meet Brookdale Veteran Roy Boreen

The attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, is a day many think of as history long past. For Roy Boreen, a Brookdale senior, it’s part of his life story.

Health, Safety and Wellness

October 15, 2020

Seniors Are Showing Interest in CBD - Here's Why

What is CBD, anyway? Is it good for seniors, and will it make you feel intoxicated? Read more to find out.

Alzheimer's & Dementia, Brookdale Solutions

October 13, 2020

Rehabilitation For People Living With Dementia

In 2019, a new dementia-friendly skilled nursing and rehabilitation unit at Brookdale Overland Park near Kansas City opened its doors. It incorporates specific technology devices and specialized training for clinicians to deliver person-centered, skilled nursing care and rehabilitation to patients with dementia.

Financial Well-Being

October 08, 2020

Making Smarter Financial Decisions During the Pandemic

Making financial decisions can be difficult when you're not sure what lies ahead. Read on for tips to help you secure your finances amidst a pandemic.

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