Brookdale Blogs

Parkinson's disease can come with an array of symptoms, including tremors, muscle stiffness, slowed movements, balance issues, fatigue and cognitive changes. These challenges can make daily tasks more difficult and can be daunting for someone living with PD—or for those who have loved ones that have been diagnosed. But with the right adjustments, it’s possible to make the condition more manageable at home and to even ease some of the symptoms. Here are a few things to consider.

Are you someone who loves incorporating healthy snacks into your day or adding a little extra nutrition to your morning oatmeal or bowl or yogurt? Then you’re probably already a fan of eating nuts. But have you ever wondered which nuts are the healthiest for you? Here are a few of the most nutritious nuts you can eat to help meet your daily dietary goals.

For the bookworms of the world, today’s digital age has given us many fun and unique tools to help us read. While there’s nothing wrong with keeping things old school and browsing your local library, we’ve compiled some of the most useful apps that just might make you rethink the way you’re reading.

Father and son duo Ty and Tyrie spend their daily visits at Brookdale sharing stories from the past and enjoying each other’s time.

Yuri doesn’t let her IPS diagnosis get her down. In fact, she makes it her mission to brighten the days of Brookdale West Seattle residents in any way she can.

It’s never too late to make a new friend for life, and these Brookdale residents prove just that.

It can be difficult to keep up with the appointments you need to make. Here’s a list of screenings to discuss with your doctor to add to the rotation.

Adaptogenic mushrooms are a superfood that could provide health benefits. Find out if they’re right for you and how you can incorporate them into your routine.

On the most recent episode of Great Full Life, our guests discuss what’s included in the Mediterranean diet and its potential health benefits.

Try one of these fun ways to spice up your charcuterie board for your next event.

Have you or a loved one recently been diagnosed with COPD? Here are a few questions to ask your doctor.

Brassicas--what are they, how they are good for you, and how to eat them.

Libraries aren’t just for borrowing books! Take a look at what all your library can do for you.

Whether you love cleaning or it feels like a chore, these cleaning tools can help you get the job done.

Menopause can affect more than you may realize, even after the fact. Here are a few changes to expect post-menopause.