Brookdale Blogs

The holidays are coming up, and your loved one will be looking forward to frequent visits. And there’s an unspoken rule that holiday visits have to be extra special, so let’s dive into a few easy ways you can spread that holiday cheer, make some memories and create the most enjoyable experience possible.

If you have a loved one living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, the holidays can be a difficult time of year. Family traditions may be different than they once were. But there are many ways you can both still enjoy this special time together.

When it comes to colds and flu, winter can be brutal — especially to those living in close-knit senior living communities. This informative listicle features ways seniors and their caregivers can stay healthy during the coldest season. Potential topics could include getting a senior flu shot and staying away from hallway neighbors who are sick.

Discussing Alzheimer's openly and with positive language is the strongest tool available when it comes to changing the stigmas and stereotypes about the disease.

Reene is a dining services manager who is always serving up food with a side of entertainment.

Learn about seven signs that should cause you to look into Alzheimer's and dementia care for your loved one.

How surrounding herself with friends has helped Cherry cope with her Parkinson's diagnosis.

Paul Robitaille isn't exactly a daredevil, but his love for helping others motivates him to skydive for a cause every single year.

Our immune systems naturally tend to weaken over time. That’s why an annual flu shot is a must-have for seniors.

Try these nine inventions to help those with memory loss.

When searching for a place that felt like home for his Czech club dancing parents, Mark Janik knew just where to look. He scheduled a day visit at Brookdale Willowbrook and the rest was history. Right away, Mark's father, a sharp man said, "I think we're going to like it here." Mark rests easy assured that his family is being well taken care of and that they truly call Brookdale home.

The healthcare industry is seeing the potential positive impact senior living can have on patients. Here at Brookdale, we want to continue to grow and set the stage for a healthcare-focused assisted living environment. This is why we collaborate with primary care physicians across the country.

When Judy's father, Al, fell and fractured his hip, they both knew they had some hard decisions to make. Judy recounts her experience transitioning her father to senior living.

Richard is a retired educator who continues his legacy by teaching fellow residents how to paint.

Whether it was the Elixir of Life, the Philosopher’s Stone or the Fountain of Youth, people have been searching for a cure for aging for thousands of years. In today’s medically advanced world, are we any closer to finding it?