Healthcare Professional Blog

Why Loneliness Can Be Hazardous to Your Health

Loneliness is nothing new. And despite an abundance of devices designed to “connect” us, in 2025 the real human contact we crave still eludes many of us.

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How Senior Living Communities Are Uniquely Equipped to Combat the Loneliness Epidemic

Senior living communities should offer more than just apartments. Communities such as Brookdale are intended to foster dynamic and engaging connections that help support overall health and well-being. Here’s what sets Brookdale apart from the rest.

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How Generational Differences and Health Disparities Impact Senior Populations

Acknowledging and addressing the health biases and disparities created by ageism is critical in providing the highest quality care for older adults. Dr. Leigh-Anne Royster, assistant vice president for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Duke University, explores concepts and frameworks for effective equity and inclusion practices as part of Brookdale’s Optimum Life® Continuing Education Series.

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It’s Time to Acknowledge the Senior Mental Health Crisis — and Ways We Can Help

While transitions are a normal part of life, even small changes can have a much larger impact on seniors’ mental and physical well-being than we often acknowledge. At Brookdale, we know that transitions can trigger anxiety and depression for the seniors moving into our communities. Our intentionality with our residents embodies our approach to helping seniors live well at all times, but especially through transition.

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How to Tell If Your Patient Is Lonely

Brookdale embraces one-to-one connections to help combat isolation among seniors. Here’s how to help determine if your senior patient needs a new place to call “home.”

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How to Take Precautions During the Holiday Season

The holidays are all about being together with family, and after last year, we are all ready for some holiday cheer! The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released their guidance for family members who choose to gather together for the holidays.

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