Effectively Downsizing
Deciding to move out of your home and into a senior living community can be a difficult decision. Not only do you have to look for a new place to move, but you then have to decide what to do with all the stuff you’ve amassed over the years. Downsizing doesn’t have to be difficult. […]
Guide to Low-Maintenance Indoor Gardening
How to Avoid Scams
While it may seem unbelievable to some, there are many seniors out there that become the victim of scammers. Some have even been taken for thousands of dollars. In total, research has shown that about $36 billion are scammed from seniors each year. Scammers are very good at what they do, and they use senior’s […]
Senior Isolation
Did you know that more than 40% of those age 65 or older have reported feeling alone on a regular basis? Senior isolation is a condition that can affect senior’s mental and physical health. It can lead to serious issues. What’s more, this condition can easily be avoided or remedied. What is it? Senior isolation […]
The 2018 Bonaventure Gift Guide
Buying a gift for your loved one can be a difficult process. Figuring out what they want, if it’s available, and if it’s affordable can be enough to drive you mad during the holiday season. Then do that for everyone on your Christmas list and it’s enough to induce a sense of panic that can […]
7 Apps For Seniors
With more and more seniors using smartphones, tablets, and other gadgets, app developers are creating very useful, simple apps that can make the lives of seniors easier. Below you’ll find a list of innovative apps that seniors can download for either free or relatively cheap. The apps will be split into both Android phones and […]
Get the Most From Your Retirement
Retirement is defined as the action or fact of leaving one’s job and ceasing to work. However, if you know anything about retirement then you know it is so much more than simply ceasing to work. Retirement is a special period in your life where you are suddenly graced with the time to do what […]
When is it Time to Give Up the Keys?
Time to Give Up the Keys? Driving gives a sense of freedom. It allows you to go wherever you want without having to worry about how you’ll get there. Unfortunately, as we age our senses can diminish, making driving rather unsafe. So when is it time to stop driving? Unusual Driving Indicators When you drive […]
10 Summertime Activities for Seniors
Fun Summertime Activities Even though the summer may be getting close to being over, there’s still plenty of time for every senior to take part in some fun summertime activities. These are not your everyday summertime activities. This list is something a little more unexpected, for those with an adventurous spirit. Outdoor Summer Movies A […]
6 Ways Seniors Can Save Money
Tips to Save Money for Seniors Everyone likes to save money when they can. But it becomes even more important to save money in your senior years. After all, you want to be able to enjoy your retirement, not stress about finances. Sometimes that can mean being frugal in certain areas of your finances so […]
Life at a Bonaventure Senior Living Community
Google defines the word ‘retirement’ as “The action or fact of leaving one’s job and ceasing to work.” Well, it’s official, you’re retired. So why are you still working? Sure, you may have left the daily grind of the 9-5, but you’re still doing all the work around the house. It’s a lot, and to […]
Why You Should Tour a Senior Living Community
Should I Tour a Senior Living Community? The decision to move from your home into a senior living community may be a difficult one, but the difficulties can be eased by doing one simple thing: taking a tour. A tour is important no matter what type of senior living you’re looking for: independent living, assisted […]
What is Retirement Perfected?
Your Retirement Perfected When it comes time to consider retiring, and you’re thinking about making a senior living community your home, why would you settle for the mundane? Isn’t it better to seek out a senior living community that offers a life full of possibilities? After all, you retire from work, not from life. At Bonaventure […]
How Social Media Can Benefit Senior’s Lives
62% of Seniors Are Using Social Media A 2016 study by the Pew Research Center concluded that 62% of seniors age 65 and older are using Facebook. That number is expected to continue to rise as seniors are the fastest growing demographic on social media sites, especially Facebook. Retirement allows seniors to have the time to enjoy […]
Spring Volunteering: An Exercise for the Soul
Volunteering Has So Many Benefits Can there be anything more selfless than volunteering? Now that the temperature is getting warmer and the sun is shining for longer, it’s the perfect time to consider volunteering. Volunteering can help provide a meaningful and rewarding experience for both the one doing the volunteering and the one receiving the […]
5 Springtime Activities Seniors Enjoy
Spring is a beautiful time that typically allows people to spend more time outdoors. The issue can be, although, what to do? We’ve come up with five great activities for seniors to enjoy this springtime. Activities Number 1 –Picnicking There’s something about spring that just begs for a picnic. Planning for a picnic is a […]
When Seasonal Allergies Attack
Allergies and Seniors Anyone that suffers from allergies knows that the beauty of spring is often overshadowed by itchy, watery eyes, running or stuffy noses, congestion, and constant sneezing. While the symptoms of allergies may vary from person to person, one thing is clear: Seniors tend to suffer a little bit more than most. How […]
Dementia Tech: One Memory At A Time
How Technology Can Effect Dementia Technology is a powerful thing. It has the power to connect, transform, and make life a little more comfortable. Technology is also being used to help those suffering from dementia or other related cognitive impairments—one memory at a time. Futuristic VR Can Take People Back In Time Recently, virtual reality, […]
Seniors and the Flu
How the Flu Impacts Seniors The flu is categorized as an infectious disease that is caused by the influenza virus. The flu is not one singular virus, but actually dozens and dozens of ever-changing viruses that can evolve to become stronger, more difficult to treat viruses. It’s estimated that as high as 85% of people […]
4 Myths About Senior Living
So, you’re thinking it’s time to move out of your house and into a senior living community? Of course, you’re probably feeling a bit nervous from this thought, and that’s okay. Chances are, your fears and hesitations stem from an earlier concept of what senior living was like years ago. The way things used to […]
Elderspeak: A Hurtful Way to Communicate
Communication is one of the ways that set humans apart from mere animals. The way that we speak to another person, whether it is the words we choose, inflection, or tone, is vital in making sure that what we’re trying to convey is received and understood. Unfortunately, too often seniors get spoken to in a […]
Supplements: The Good, The Bad, and The Fish Oil
Supplements for Seniors More and more seniors are taking supplements as a part of their daily dietary regiment. Of course, supplements can never replace the benefits of a healthy and balanced diet. One of the most important things to remember about supplements is this: talk to your doctor. Certain supplements could cause adverse side effects […]
Senior Loneliness: A Serious Problem
43% of Seniors Have Felt Lonely A staggering 43 percent of seniors have reported feeling lonely on a frequent basis. Surprisingly, loneliness is not only a condition that is felt mentally, it can also affect the physical health of an individual. Having feelings of loneliness does not necessarily mean that one is alone. In fact, […]
Senior Hydration: Why It’s Important
Seniors Need Lots of Water Drinking water is one of the most important aspects to staying healthy, especially as seniors. But why is hydration so important? As we age, the water content in the body will decrease. In fact, water decreases by approximately 20% between the ages of 20 and 80. It can be different […]
Dementia: The Silent Disease
Worldwide Dementia Affects Around 50 Million People Worldwide dementia affects around 50 million people, with nearly 10 million new cases every year. Of the varying types of dementia, 70% of people have Alzheimer’s disease. Compare this with HIV/AIDS, which affects around 35 million people. It is an epidemic of global proportions. What is Dementia? In […]
The Beginner’s Guide to Senior Living
Understanding Senior Living With all the different types of senior living communities out there, as well as the different types of living and care options, we understand that it can be inordinate task to navigate your way to retirement and relaxation. At Bonaventure Senior Living, we provide choice, dignity, and peace of mind. We want things […]
