Assisted living communities in your home town may not immediately seem like something to be grateful for; however, having an assisted living community nearby is a top priority for 85 percent of adults over the age of 50, according to the latest survey conducted by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). More than 2,200 adults participated in AARP’s…
There’s something special about fall. The temperature is getting cooler, the leaves are changing, and the scent of pumpkin spice seems to fill the air no matter where you go. Fall is also a great time to do some crafting! Try these fun fall crafts for seniors to add some festivity to your home. If you’re feeling generous, they…
Established in 1995 by the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL), National Assisted Living Week (which begins on Grandparents Day each year) helps promote awareness about assisted living facilities and the important way they benefit local communities, residents, and their families. This year’s National Assisted Living Week is September 8th—14th. The theme is “A Spark of Creativity,” which aims to inspire…
Following Hurricane Irma in 2017, then Governor Rick Scott issued a new rule regarding the preparedness of both nursing homes and assisted living communities in Florida in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. Scott was prompted to ratify existing emergency preparedness laws after 12 residents at Hollywood Hills nursing home died of heat exposure following a…
You probably think you’ve heard all the tricks of the trade when it comes to improving your memory. That is, until now. As it turns out, there are a few key strategies for boosting your memory that are a little unconventional, and almost entirely unknown. Improve Your Memory with Meditation A study conducted by the School of Health Sciences at…
It’s July already, which means hot summer days are upon us. As much as we all enjoy outdoor summertime activities—like BBQs, swimming, boating, family reunions, and baseball games—it’s important to remember that participating in outdoor activities during the hot summer months can lead to heat exhaustion. This is particularly true when it comes to heat exhaustion in the elderly. Heat…
When we think of senior living communities, we often think of lavish, homelike facilities that have anything but an institutional feel to them. Much like Grand Oaks of Palm City, many assisted living communities have amenities and features that rival posh resorts and luxury cruise ships. With all of these upscale amenities, who wouldn’t want to live in a senior…
In 1976, May was designated as Older Americans Month by the Administration for Community Living. It was founded to celebrate the golden age of living and to reaffirm the belief that adults over the age of 55 play a major role in our lives and our communities. Each year, Older Americans Month has a different theme. All of the themes promote…
Jennie has big brown puppy dog eyes, soft fur and a tail that keeps on wagging. If you scratch behind her ears, she’ll lean closer to you for more. She even barks on command. But Jennie’s not a dog. She’s a robotic pet for seniors from the California-based technology company, Tombot. Tombot works to create social robots that are designed…
A pair of Great Horned Owls have made Grand Oaks of Palm City their home, and the residents and staff are excited to welcome their new feathered friends to the Grand Oaks family. One day in late December, Laurie Allen, Grand Oaks of Palm City’s Administrator, noticed something large sitting in a pine tree adjacent to the community’s parking lot.…
