Brookdale Blogs

Now that your loved one has moved into a senior living community, how do you, as a wife, husband, son or daughter, get involved yourself?

Virtual book clubs can be a great way to connect with loved ones from the cozy comfort of your home. So, whether you’re a long-time book club member or just thinking of getting one started, we’ve got some titles that are sure to get you talking.

An opera singer gave residents at Brookdale Redwood City a special performance.

Guest blogger Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist, discusses how to have family conversations about long-term care and end-of-life decisions.

As the days get longer, the mercury rises and the sun shines, it’s officially time for seniors to start taking advantage of all that life has to offer. Here’s a list you can use to inspire your own personal bucket list.

Moving to a more minimalist way of life may help save you money and create more happiness. Here's how.

Meet Barbara Morris, 92, an ageless activist who has written several books and publishes the monthly online anti-aging journal “Put Old on Hold.”

The art of journaling begins with a blank page. You look down, pen (or keyboard) in hand, and start the mindful process of writing out your thoughts. It may have some impressive health benefits, too!

This year's Consumer Electronics Show featured cutting-edge businesses offering tech that can help seniors with one of the leading causes of hospitalization among older Americans: falls.

A special surprise for Mother's Day at a Brookdale community

Guest blogger Laura Stassi, host of public radio podcast Dating While Gray, explains what romance can look like in your senior years.

One way we support our residents living in our Alzheimer’s and dementia care communities is by learning their life stories to help them preserve a sense of self and create a feeling of belonging.

When the COVID-19 pandemic began to shut down the country in 2020, there was increasing concern for the welfare of older adults. Brookdale was called upon by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to offer insight.

Downsizing can be an emotional experience. Letting go of a home built with memories is a process. Where do you start? We’re here to help you find the upside to downsizing.

Moving isn’t always the easiest thing to do. What do you pack? What don’t you need to bring? How do you make it feel like home? We asked a few of our residents for advice on moving into a senior living apartment.