Seniors and Vision Care
Find your ideal place to retire by contacting Brookdale Senior Living today. Learn about our retirement and assisted living communities near you. Read |
Senior Nutrition Tips
This article will help give you a general understanding of nutritional needs for older adults and some resources for making your own individual plan. Read |
Eat Well for Your Heart & Benefit Your Brain
Anyone who eats a heart-smart diet will be happy to know that what's good for the heart is also good for the brain, experts say. Read More! Read |
Legal Documents That Every Senior Needs
planning for the future from a legal and financial perspective can be confusing and overwhelming, but not planning ahead means leaving the burden to your loved ones! Read |
Optimists Live Longer and Healthier Lives
Optimists live longer, healthier lives than pessimists, U.S. researchers found in a study that may give pessimists one more reason to grumble. Read |
Intellectual Wellness
Many adults worry about losing mental function as they get older. While dementia does become more common with age-it is not considered to be a normal part of aging. Read |
Veteran Aid & Attendance Benefits
Are you a veteran? You may be eligible to receive a significant monthly income from the Department of Veterans Affairs. Read |
October is "National Physical Therapy" Month
The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) has declared October as "National Physical Therapy Month."Physical Therapy is an important aspect in everyone's life! Read |
What is a Geriatrician?
Geriatricians specialize in assessing, diagnosing and treating the problems that are common in people as they age. Read |
Beat the Heat
“Summer afternoon - summer afternoon; to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language” ~Henry James Read |
Be Well on Purpose
Having a sense of purpose in life can contribute to longevity and better health. At times during life transitions we may need to reinvent and redefine our purpose. Read |
Summer Health Risks
Are you looking for a retirement facility dedicated to making a difference? Contact Brookdale Senior Living today to find out more. Read |
Body, Mind & Spirit needed in Post-Stroke Recovery
Learn more about the Road to Recovery after a Stroke with this article from Dr. Kevin O'Neil. Read |
Geriatric Rehabilitation Services
By understanding what rehabilitation services have to offer, you can make well-informed choices. Read |
Emotionally Preparing for Senior Living
How should a family handle an elderly loved one who must move, but is having trouble letting their possessions go? Read |
Reasons for Senior Fall Injuries
Last year, more than 1.6 million seniors were treated in ERs for fall-related injuries. Here are the top 7 factors for senior falls: Read |
Grieving the Death of a Spouse
Mourning takes time. It's common to have rollercoaster emotions for a while, Here are some ideas to help with the greiving process. Read |
Questions About Hip Replacement
According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, more than 193,000 hip replacements are performed each year! Read |
Keeping Active in Senior Living Facilities
No matter what our age, we never lose the ability to benefit from exercise. Regular exercise helps you live an optimum Life! Read |
Fall Prevention
Many falls can be prevented, by making the home safer and using products that help keep seniors more stable and less likely to fall. Read |
Depression in Seniors
Feeling blue every once in awhile is part of life. However, being depressed for long periods can change the way you think and feel. Read |
10 Super Foods for Seniors
For seniors, an antioxidant-rich diet in the following foods and drinks can help boost the immune system and provide major health benefits. Read |
Facts on Dietary Fats
How well do you really know the fats? Dietary fats are essential to give your body energy and to support cell growth. Read |
What Does It Mean to “Age In Place?”
CCRCs, (Continuing Care Retirement Communities) by definition offer Seniors the option to age in place. Read |
Senior Anxiety, OCD, and Hoarding
In some cases, anxiety is a normal reaction to stress. But when anxiety becomes excessive it becomes a disabling disorder. Read |
Making Memory Boxes for Assisted Living Residents
Looking for a way to make living more comfortable for your loved one? Learn about a Brookdale Senior Living assisted living facility near you. Read |
Understanding Physical Therapy
Learn more about the benefits of physical therapy with this helpful article from Brookdale Senior Living. Read |
What is a Personal Caregiver?
Learn more about the role of a personal caregiver with this article from Brookdale Senior Living. Read |
Mental Wellness Tips for Seniors
Stay sharp during your golden years with these mental wellness tips from Brookdale Senior Living. Read |
Warning Signs of an Unsafe Driver
Are you concerned about your loved one’s (or your own) ability to drive safely? Look for these warning signs. Read |
Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
Does your loved one suffer from Alzheimer’s disease? Consider a Brookdale Senior Living Alzheimer’s assisted living facility near you. Read |
10 Tips to Keep a Senior’s Mind Sharp
Help your loved one get the most out of their retirement years. Find out about Brookdale Senior Living’s assisted living communities today. Read |
Healthy Eating Tips for Seniors
How will you spend your retirement years? Learn about the quality retirement living and assisted living communities offered by Brookdale Senior Living today. Read |
How to Stay Safe in an Assisted Living Apartment
Your loved one deserves the very best in safety. Learn about the secure environment at a Brookdale Senior Living assisted living facility near you. Read |
Senior Driving Safety Tips
Spend your retirement years stress-free by moving into a Brookdale Senior Living Retirement Living Facility near you. Contact us today to learn more. Read |
Helpful Gadgets for Assisted Living
Being a full-time caregiver can be stressful, consider an assisted living community for your loved one. Contact Brookdale Senior Living to learn more. Read |
Making Friends in Assisted Living Care
Are you looking to transition your loved one into assisted living care? Contact Brookdale Senior Living today to learn more. Read |
A Merry Heart is Good Medicine
When we feel happy in our hearts, physical health seems to improve also, if only for the moment. Read |
Calming Your Nerves
Nineteen million people in the US suffer from generalized anxiety disorder, the most common of the anxiety disorders Read |
A Sharp Mind Helps Seniors Age in a Healthy Manner
More than adding years to your life, maintaining a fit body and a sharp mind can add life to your years. Read |
Dimensions of Wellness
The six dimensions of Optimum Life provide a great framework for a holistic approach to chronic disease management. Read |
Your Amazing Brain
During 2009 at Brookdale Senior Living we will explore the brain and learn what science says we can do to keep our brains working at their best.
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Benefits of Tea
Tea ranks higher than many fruits and vegetables on the ORAC score, a score which measures antioxidant potential of plant-based foods. Read |
Diets Around the World
In her book Dr. Miller, who is an MD, highlights diets from indigenous people in remote parts of the world. Read |
Intimacy and the Senior
New England Journal of Medicine revealed that a large number of older adults are still interested in sexuality. Read |
Hurricane Stress and Seniors
Everyone is different in how they respond to stress. Here are tips to help you cope with the stress of hurricane season. Read |
Dance your way to Wellness
In keeping with the Movement is Medicine™ theme, getting your daily 30 minutes of activity by dancing can make it fun. Read |
Alcohol Abuse in Older Adults
About one third of alcohol abuse in older adults can occur as a result of the stresses and losses associated with aging. Read |
Sounds that Soothe Holiday Stress
Dr. Kevin's tips for managing the stress of holiday time that can be carried into the rest of the year as well. Read |
H1N1 Swine Flu Announcement
The swine flu caused by a novel H1N1 virus has been a growing concern since the first cases were identified in April of this year in Mexico. Read |
Research on Depression in Seniors
Although depression is common, it is not a normal consequence of aging, and effective treatments are available. Read |
Psychologists say that people do tend to lean one way or the other, seeing the cloud vs. seeing the silver lining. And those on the positive side have better health. Read |
Understanding Stroke Risk
While you don’t have control over some risk factors, like age, you can control others like smoking and how active you are. Read |
The Benefits of Movement for Seniors
Most chronic conditions can be helped by moving and research suggests that the aging process can be slowed or even reversed through daily movement! Read |
What is Arthritis?
The Arthritis Foundation, the premiere advocacy and educational organization for arthritis identifies 100 different forms of the condition, most characterized by inflammation. Read |
Fitness Tips for Seniors
The importance of fitness and its relation to overall health at any age is no secret – nor can it be overstated. Read |
Important Information on Fall Prevention
Each year in the United States, one in three people over the age of 65 has a fall. In the age group over 80, the number increases to one in two. Read |
Managing Chronic Pain
Chronic pain offers a challenge to anyone who experiences it. With appropriate support and persistent trial and error, a good quality of life can be achieved. Read |
Ways to Chase the Blues Away
While it is normal to experience occasional feelings of being down in the dumps, it is not normal to be depressed on an ongoing basis. Read |
Preventive Health Screenings for Seniors
It is important to be an active participant in your own health and wellness, and work with your healthcare provider in getting screening procedures done. Read |
Medication Management
A wide range of medical conditions are treatable with some form of medication, either over the counter or prescribed by a health care professional. Read |
What is Influenza (Also Called the Flu)?
The flu is a contagious respiratory illness. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a vaccination each year. Read |
Institute for Optimal Aging Determines Focus of Research
Institute for Optimal Aging Determines Focus of Research. Click to read full article by Dr. Kevin O'Neil. Read |
The Dilemma of Vitamins and Herbal Supplements
The Dilemma of Vitamins and Herbal Supplements for Seniors. Click to read full article by Dr. Kevin O'Neil, Institute for Optimal Aging. Read |
Supplements for Brain Health
Getting nutrients naturally from whole, fresh, unprocessed food is always best. However, getting a healthy balanced diet may be challenging. Read |
Herb Supplements
Some herbs have been shown to have benefit but need to be used with caution since some may interact adversely. Read |
Ways to Stimulate Your Intellect
The popular “use it or lose it” theory that applies to our muscles, it turns out, applies to our brains as well. Keeping your mind active is the key. Read |