Brookdale Blogs

As exciting as the newest smartphone might be, it may not be right for everyone. Here are some of the best phones for older adults.

Do you love to read but have trouble finding main characters like yourself? Here’s a list of books with older adult protagonists to add to your reading list.

Whether you're an experienced birder or just starting to embrace the hobby, there are a variety of tools and resources available that you can use to enhance your experience.

This trending idea is centered around the thought that dressing in certain colors, textures, and styles of clothing can trigger the release of dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and motivation.

On the latest episode of Great Full Life, we were excited to welcome Michelle Barrett, a personal stylist who specializes in curated capsule wardrobes. Here are three takeaways you can use to refresh your personal style.

There are dogs and cats out there, however, that are labeled as hypoallergenic and are said to be better pets for those who may be allergic to them. Here’s what to know about hypoallergenic pets.

You’ve heard of pickleball. But have you heard of padel? If you haven’t yet, you probably will soon. Here’s what to know about this fast-growing sport!

If you’re looking to read more in 2025, consider picking up one of these popular books you may have missed last year.

If you have a patio or balcony, you can still enjoy a garden. Here are some tips from garden experts on how to make the most of your garden space.

Love gardening but finding it more of a challenge as you get older? Here are a few ways to help make gardening more accessible, so you can keep enjoying this hobby for as long as possible.

Gardens can survive season changes with a little TLC. Follow these tips and tricks to help keep your garden healthy no matter the season.

Not only can journaling help you keep track of your goals and thoughts but it may also help manage anxiety, reduce stress and help cope with depression. Maybe traditional journaling isn’t for you, but here are five different types of journaling to try out.

Whether you’re a cat person, a dog person or are somewhere in between, we can all come together and agree that our furry friends make our lives better. But what are we doing to make our pets’ lives just as good as they make ours?

Whether you have a romantic partner or not, it’s hard to deny the power and importance of friendship. Here are a few ways to maintain or strengthen your friendships.

Want to gift the under-consumption way? Here are some ideas on how to embrace this trend this holiday season.