Though every assisted living community is different, they all seem to be strapped with the same misconceptions. These popular myths, while untrue, tend to craft a negative general image. We have decided to put some of these popular assisted living myths to rest by playing a version of the popular game “Two truths and a lie”. Usually…
Every September on the first day of fall, the National Council on Aging (NCOA) promotes National Falls Prevention Awareness Day; this year, it “falls” on September 22nd. The purpose? To spread awareness about fall prevention. First, a few statistics:
It is because of these scary statistics that many older adults have a fear of falling and, as a result, will often limit activities or social engagements because of that fear. However, you shouldn’t let this fear should not run your life or keep you from doing things that you would like to do; falls are preventable.
Unfortunately, the words “assisted living” have long held a negative stigma. For some people, when they think of senior living communities, they imagine a sad, cold, institutional environment. However, the truth is that they are not what they are perceived to be. In fact, their misconceptions couldn’t be farther from the reality for of senior…
Do you ever wonder why you feel so good after you leave the spa? It’s no placebo effect, there is science behind it. Let’s learn the benefits of the services we provide at the Spa to our residents at American Grand. It is our goal to ensure the spa visitors are comfortable as possible in…
Seniors are embracing technology and are becoming more and more tech-savvy. Although it may seem as though the majority of apps are geared toward a younger generation, there are also many apps that would suit any retired adult. From useful and practical to fun and enjoyable, here is a list of apps that are perfect for senior citizens to simplify and enhance daily life.
Walking is the perfect exercise for nearly everyone at any stage of life.
In just a small amount of time, walking can provide numerous benefits for one’s health and overall well-being. Walking is the perfect exercise for those with limited finances and time because you can do it anywhere, essentially, and with no special equipment necessary.
Walking especially provides numerous long-term health benefits for seniors, both physically and mentally.
Do you ever wish you had a movie theater at your home? For American Grand Assisted Living Suites residents, access to an in-home theater is more than a wish. It is a reality! About The Theatre One of the many accommodations provided for those who call American Grand home is access to the comfortable, 25-person…
One of the realities of today’s global world is often that our family and friends are spread out in many places. A generation or two ago, it was commonplace to visit Grandma and Grandpa’s house every Sunday for dinner, while your cousins lived just the next street over. Today’s world is different. Your son or daughter…
It likely will be one of the most difficult conversations you’ll ever have: Telling your parent or another loved one that it is time for them to move from their home into an assisted-living home. While many assisted-living centers, like American Grand, come to be seen as comfortable new homes for most of their residents,…
With the holiday season now in the rearview mirror and the warmth and promise of spring still a couple of months away, January and February are prime times for the winter blues to set in. What are the Winter Blues? Seasonal affective depression (SAD), the proper name for the winter blues, is a type of…
