Brookdale Blogs

Luke Lindon is making the most of his retired life by putting his green thumb to use in his community's garden. Read on to learn how gardening has given him a new sense of purpose.

Wanna make some extra money in retirement? These seven part-time jobs could help.

Steven continues to visit his father's Brookdale community, even after he is gone. Watch more to discover why.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to care, especially when it comes to Alzheimer's and dementia. See how our person-centered approach is different.

We've all heard about superfoods and how good they are for our health. But how do you incorporate them into your diet? Check out these five superfood breakfast recipes to help start your day!

Sara Mitchell knew Brookdale was the place for her the moment she walked through the door. Though she's not related by blood, the residents in her community are like her second family.

As you and your loved ones consider making the move to assisted living, there’s a lot to think about: finding the right location, scoping out amenities, quality of care — the list goes on. High on that list for many is the cost.

Making the move to a senior living community is a big decision. Whether you’re just beginning to consider a move or you’ve already found a community that’s right for you, one thing is certain: at some point, you have to tell the kids.

What if you could visit your doctor with a simple facetime call from your smartphone? Believe it or not, it's now a reality. Read on to learn how telehealth is benefiting older adults.

If you think a family member, friend, patient or resident is having feelings of loneliness, here are four tips for easing those feelings.

Pets are a big deal at Brookdale and they're helping our residents' overall health. Learn how pet therapy impacts our communities.

When Steve took a tour of Brookdale, it was home at first sight. After stitching himself into the fabric of his community, he still believes he made the best choice.

Check out these tips for paying for dementia or Alzheimer's care.

Despite the fact that humans are capable of living longer, research polls are finding that most Americans donâ t want to live past current life expectancy. Most people are afraid that their quality of life will diminish. Find out how you can live both longer and healthier.

Modern medicine can work wonders. However, in order to be effective, you have to take medicine safely and according to prescribing guidelines. In addition, patients and health care providers need to be vigilant about the dangers of drug interactions.