Isolation is a major issue for seniors, and loneliness can have effects on seniors’ mental and physical health. If you’re concerned about how to stay in touch with older loved ones and avoid having them feel isolated, there’s a simple and surprisingly budget-friendly solution. You just need to pick up a few pieces of tech that will help keep…
It’s July already, which means hot summer days are upon us. As much as we all enjoy stepping outside for some fresh air this time of year, t’s important to remember that outdoor activities during the hot summer months can lead to heat exhaustion. This is particularly true when it comes to heat exhaustion in senior adults. Heat exhaustion occurs…
As we prepare ourselves for a new year, it is especially fitting for us to reflect and give thanks for the laughter, joy and memories that 2019 brought us. Wow, what an amazing year we had here at Grand Oaks of Palm City! To celebrate the New Year, we’ve put together a collection of photos to help you reminisce…
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…
Alzheimer’s Care and Prevention is a Top Priority During Alz Awareness Month June is Alzheimer’s (ALZ) and Brain Awareness Month and Grand Oaks of Palm City is helping spread the word about brain-related diseases like Alzheimer’s and dementia, as well as things you can do to help reduce your chance of experiencing cognitive decline related to these diseases. According to…
