Health, Happiness and Senior Living
5 Tips for How to Talk to Someone Who Has Dementia: Effective Communication
There are close to 50 million people living with some form of dementia throughout the world, with roughly 10 million new cases diagnosed every year, according to the World Health Organization. Because dementia affects memory, cognition and speaking ability and is….
How to Stay Active after Retirement
Retirement age varies from person to person, but the U.S. Census Bureau estimates the average for American men and women is 63. There are many factors determining when a person can retire and what their health and lifestyle will be….
5 Warning Signs that Memory Care may be Needed
There are many common signs and health considerations associated with aging, but everyone experiences the process at a different pace. Some seniors can live relatively healthy and independent lives with minimal outside support into their 80s, while others may require….
Beaumont at Westborough’s Therapy Dog Program Featured in Worcester Telegram & Gazette
Therapy dogs Maui and Rosemary are regular visitors to Beaumont Westborough. Beloved by nursing home residents, Maui and Rosemary bring more than just joy to our community. Read about the therapeutic benefits of their visits, the impact on residents, families….
Recognizing the Signs of Stroke
Recognizing the Signs of Stroke A stroke is always an emergency situation. Though only one in five stroke victims die from a stroke, most survivors have long-lasting physical and mental effects, so immediate medical attention is crucial. Unfortunately, it’s often….
Employee Spotlight: Andrew Salmon, Director of Network Development
Andrew Salmon, a third-generation member of the Salmon clan, was introduced to the family business serving older adults at an early age. Working as a transporter for residents, then later in the maintenance and dietary departments, Andrew experienced the importance….
6 Common Misconceptions About Assisted Living
For most people, remaining as healthy and independent as possible for as long as possible is the #1 goal of aging. Although the ideal image that typically comes to mind is of golden years spent in a family home….
Beaumont at Westborough Nursing Home Resident Testimonial: Short-Term Rehab Success Story
After a stay in the hospital, receiving treatment for an illness or as a result of an accident, people begin their journey toward recovery at all different levels of ability. When a resident comes to Beaumont at Westborough for short-term….
Staying Social in Independent Living
Everyone experiences change and the challenges that come with starting over or transitioning to a new phase in life in different ways. No matter your age, moving to a new environment and starting over in a new community can be….
Winter Moving Tips
Moving from one home to another is never without challenges, but moving during the winter months can present some additional difficulties. Cold weather, snow and ice can make moving boxes and furniture and driving a moving truck more challenging. If….