In the Know: the Brookdale Webcast Series

The chance to explore new places is one thing many of us have missed most in the last few years. We’ll talk to a travel expert about what travel for older adults looks like moving forward.

Seniors use more medications than any other age group in the U.S., and the use of multiple medications can lead to falls, heart failure and even early death. Help with medications is a major reason why older adults move into assisted living. In this webinar we’ll discuss why medication management is so crucial for seniors, how senior living can help, and share a few tips for at-home medication management.

Older adults with hearing loss are far more likely to develop dementia, according to research from Johns Hopkins University. Join us to learn more about this connection and how it’s inspired new assistive devices that are being used in Brookdale and other senior living communities.

Downsizing can be overwhelming, but moving to a smaller place doesn’t mean you can’t have a home that’s filled with good memories and feels like you. Join us for a conversation with Vern Yip, TV host and designer on HGTV + TLC's Trading Spaces, and author and columnist for the Washington Post, to discuss storage and décor tips to maximize your smaller space.

In parts of the world, people live far longer than the rest of us. What are their secrets? That’s the concept behind “blue zones,” and in this webinar we’ll dive in with speaker Nick Buettner, Program Director of the Blue Zones Project, to see what we’ve learned from these areas and how we might adopt some of their habits.

A canine or feline friend can provide companionship for older adults. Join us for a conversation with Dr. Marty Becker, DVM, about the breeds and types that are the best fit for senior lifestyles, common pet health issues to consider when choosing a new friend, and more.

Almost 20% of people age 50 and older have tried cannabidiol, otherwise known as CBD, according to a 2019 Gallup Poll*. CBD is an active ingredient in medical marijuana, but it does not cause the “high.” Instead, CBD is most often used for pain, anxiety, insomnia or stress. We talk to a leading physician studying CBD to find out what the latest research says about its capabilities, side effects and more.

Research shows that as the brain ages it becomes more flexible and disinhibited — and thus more creative*. It is no wonder Brookdale residents express themselves through writing, painting, drawing, filmmaking, music, and so much more. Join us for this webinar featuring a few of our creative residents and the younger artists they mentored as part of our Great Create video series.

90% of Brookdale residents participated in our on-site community COVID-19 vaccination clinics. While helping protect our residents and associates remains a priority, we’re looking ahead to a recovery phase. In this webinar, a roundtable of Brookdale experts will reflect on how the pandemic affected our communities and how we’re moving forward in the months to come.

Want to know the secrets on how to set yourself up for the retirement you want? Watch our experts answer your burning questions on the best ways to save for senior living, Medicare coverage, estate planning and more. Plus, get the inside scoop on what senior living costs and why.

Personality typing is growing in popularity, but anyone who’s lived more than a few decades knows that we don’t stay the same person as the years go by.

Do you love love? In this webinar, we’ll explore what romance looks like in your later years, from meeting new companions to keeping older flames alive.

Learn more about how can you check on your loved ones and possibly even make decisions about their care from afar—as well as how to make the holidays as happy as possible.

A discussion on advancements in dementia care — from adaptive technology to caregiving solutions.

A Candid Conversation

How technology is keeping us connected in these unprecedented times