Category: Active Retirement
What it Means to be Sugar-Free
We all watch the news and read articles about how eating healthy can help us live longer and better lives-what we put into our bodies is very important. However, food labels can sometimes be deceiving. When a food item is….
How an Independent Living Community Makes Retirement Even Better
Retirement is a fresh start. While the age that people retire varies, the U.S. Census Bureau estimates the average for American men and women is 63. With the median life expectancy in the United States at over 78 years, many….
How to Know if Your Loved One Needs Assistance
The holidays are a time filled with love and laughter. These occasions often give us the opportunity to catch up with relatives and loved ones we haven’t seen during the year. During these interactions, you might notice some changes in….
The Willows at Worcester Chef Named Best in Central MA
The Willows at Worcester’s Executive Chef Brian Donahue is the best chef in central Massachusetts according to locals. Brian was announced as “Best Chef” at the Telegram & Gazette’s Best of Central Mass Gala, where local businesses and individuals in….
How to Identify and Help Manage Dementia
As we age, our bodies and our minds evolve. Sometimes this change results in cognitive decline, including a lessening of mental acuity related to dementia. Identifying, acknowledging, and managing this season of change can be a challenge for the person….
How to Plan for Long-term Care
One consequence of us living longer lives is there’s an increasing number of seniors who need long-term care. While the care needs of people change as they age, staying at home and living independently for as long as possible….
Interior Design with Safety in Mind
Your home is your castle. But, as we age, different considerations emerge regarding our living environments, so those “castles” need to evolve to meet changing needs. While it’s important to be able to embrace independence, make sure it is….
Aging with Dignity: Responding in a Crisis (Video)
No one can ever be completely prepared for a crisis, but you can implement certain measures to ensure you are best equipped to handle these sudden situations when they happen to you or a loved one. The video above highlights….
Addressing Common, Age-Related Medical Concerns
In America today, we can expect to live longer than ever before. As we navigate our senior years, carefully managing chronic conditions is one key to staying healthy. Getting older can bring on health problems as our bodies change….
Aging and Inflammation
How Food can Help Manage Pain As we grow older, the usual aches and pains become more noticeable. There are many reasons why this may happen, but there are also several methods to manage or even eliminate the pain. Our….