Brookdale Blogs

Health, Safety and Wellness

July 11, 2022

4 minutes

What to Know About Mini Strokes

Mini strokes can serve as a warning sign that a larger stroke may be coming. From how common they are to symptoms that one may be occurring and what to do if you’ve had one, here is what to know about mini strokes.

Health, Safety and Wellness

June 13, 2022

5 Senior-Friendly Sports to Try in Retirement

You don’t have to be an athlete to reap the benefits of exercise. Here are five low-impact activities you can consider trying even if you’ve never stepped foot into a weight room.

Health, Safety and Wellness

June 07, 2022

Insomnia and Aging: Symptoms, Causes and Tips to Beat It

Are you getting less sleep as you age? If so, you’re not alone. Read on for more info about why insomnia affects seniors and how you can help start catching better ZZZs.

Health, Safety and Wellness

June 02, 2022

4 minutes

How Gratitude Can Change Your Brain

Studies have suggested that a gratitude practice can help some people to feel happier. It can also potentially assist in reducing anxiety and warding off feelings of depression. Ready to focus on feeling more grateful? Here are some easy exercises to try.

Health, Safety and Wellness

May 12, 2022

4 minutes

4 Reasons to Try the Mediterranean Diet

A number of Brookdale communities recently held events highlighting the Mediterranean diet and its health benefits.

Health, Safety and Wellness

May 05, 2022

In Praise of Nurses

From drawing your blood to helping you with rehabilitation post-surgery, there are so many things nurses do to help patients to feel their best. In honor of them, let’s take a look at the different types of nurses you may encounter when receiving care.

Health, Safety and Wellness

April 06, 2022

6 Reasons Why Swimming Can Be Good for You

From building muscle to improving posture, swimming can be great for your health as you age.

Health, Safety and Wellness

March 11, 2022

3 minutes

Nighttime Routines to Help Seniors Sleep Better

A nighttime routine should generally be performed in the same order, every night. Here are five routines that seniors can try to sleep better and snooze longer.

Health, Safety and Wellness

February 25, 2022

3 minutes

5 Self Care Tips for Seniors

If you want to practice self care for your mental well-being, why not try some activities that are backed by research? These five self-care tips are supported by certain studies and just might help you boost your mood and truly care for yourself.

Health, Safety and Wellness

February 18, 2022

Can Natural Sleep Remedies Work?

An estimated 50 to 70 million American adults suffer from some sort of sleep disorder, including insomnia. While proper sleep hygiene, like keeping your room dark and sleeping on a comfortable mattress can help, there are also some natural supplements you can take.

Health, Safety and Wellness

February 02, 2022

4 minutes

What Is the Mediterranean Diet?

The Mediterranean diet is associated with many health benefits, including lowering the risk of heart disease, stroke, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes and obesity. Learn more about how it works.

Health, Safety and Wellness

January 24, 2022

4 minutes

6 Reasons to Add Seafood to Your Diet

If you’re looking for an easy yet impactful way to be proactive in your health journey, try introducing seafood into your diet.

COVID-19, Health, Safety and Wellness

January 03, 2022

What Is Known About Omicron, the New COVID-19 Variant

A new COVID-19 variant, identified as “Omicron,” has individuals concerned about how this variant might affect life as we begin 2022. Here's some information to help you protect yourself and your loved ones.

Caregiver's Corner, Health, Safety and Wellness

December 28, 2021

Self-Care for Caregivers

Caregivers often put others' needs ahead of their own. But caregiving can be challenging, which makes self-care as important now than ever. Here's how you can avoid burnout.

Health, Safety and Wellness

December 22, 2021

The Differences Between Heart Failure and Other Common Cardiac Conditions

There are many common heart conditions such as a heart attack, coronary artery disease or atrial fibrillation (AFib) that can cause alarm. But each has different causes and slightly different warning signs from another condition: heart failure.

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