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As we age, there's a prevailing stereotype that life becomes more serious and less enjoyable. However, seniors at Life Care Services communities are proving that aging doesn't mean letting go of the fun. … Read More about Embracing the Fun: Seniors Defy Aging Stereotypes with Social Media Trends

As your loved one ages, there will come a time when decisions must be made about the best living arrangements for them. Is remaining at home best or choosing a supportive senior living community? Does my loved one need memory care? … Read More about Choosing the Perfect Fit in Senior Living

Many older Americans experience some form of mental health concerns, with anxiety and depression being the most common. For family caregivers, helping seniors with mental health matters may be overwhelming. Depression and other mental health issues can greatly affect an older person's quality of life. … Read More about How Senior Living Communities Nurture Mental Wellbeing & Better Mental Health

Older Americans on fixed incomes are among the hardest hit by the rising inflation that has gripped the economy. Costs are surging in all areas, including food, housing, transportation, medical care, prescription drugs, construction, and home maintenance. … Read More about Understanding Seniors' Concerns of Rising Inflation Prices

Life Care Services ranked #1 in Independent Living, for the fifth year in a row, and added a #1 ranking for Assisted Living/Memory Care in the 2023 J.D. Power Customer Satisfaction Study. … Read More about Life Care Services becomes J.D. Power’s most awarded brand in the history of its Senior Living Satisfaction Study

Florida is not just known for its beautiful sunshine and sandy beaches; it's also a haven for pet lovers. Many senior living communities in the state warmly welcome our furry, feathered, and finned family members. If you're considering relocating to a senior community in the Sunshine State and don't want to part with your beloved pet, this is the perfect guide for you. Read on for more tips and information for senior pet owners in Florida and find dog friendly beaches and parks listed after each community. … Read More about 15 Pet-Friendly Senior Living Communities in Florida: Find 100+ Dog Parks & Dog-Friendly Beaches

Asking a loved one to consider a senior living community can be a difficult conversation, even when it is the best choice for their safety and wellbeing. However, with a kind and empathetic approach, this difficult conversation can result in a better future for your loved one. By coming from a place of understanding, you can help the older adult in your life view a senior living community as the beginning of an exciting new chapter. … Read More about How to Talk to Your Loved One About Senior Living

Embarking on your next chapter of life requires careful consideration and planning, especially when it comes to finding the ideal senior living community. Whether you're seeking an active, independent lifestyle, require some assistance, or need specialized care, this guide describes the unique features, services, and benefits offered by each community option. This blog will equip you with the knowledge and understanding necessary to make an informed decision about the type of community that is best for you. … Read More about Finding Your Fit: The Different Types of Senior Living Communities

Explore the best exercises for seniors and tips on how to get started, stay motivated, and enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle. … Read More about The Best Exercises for Seniors: A Guide to Staying Active in Your Golden Years

Phoenix, AZ, is known for its warm weather, stunning natural beauty, and vibrant culture, making it a popular destination for retirees. With so many options for senior living communities in the Phoenix area, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one. To help make your decision easier, we have compiled a list of the finest senior living communities in Phoenix and the surrounding areas. … Read More about Find the Best Retirement Communities in the Phoenix Area

With various budget-friendly and senior-focused trips and activities, enjoying retirement has never been better. Focus on your well-being and health and take a vacation or trip that fits your needs. … Read More about Best Vacation Locations for Senior Travel

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a technology that allows a computer or robot to mimic human actions or intelligence. With more than 50 years of experience in senior living, our team at Life Care Services has a wealth of knowledge regarding the needs of seniors, but it’s always nice to get a second opinion. … Read More about Top Five AI-Generated Considerations for Your Senior Living Search

You'll find a lot to consider when searching for the right assisted living community. Aside from location every assisted living community can offer unique benefits. Generally speaking, you should look for high-quality care, an outstanding layout and architectural design, a vibrant community, and the services and amenities you want. But that’s just touching the surface! Here are the top ten most important features to consider when searching for the best assisted living community for yourself or a loved one. … Read More about Top 10 Traits of the Best Assisted Living Communities

Modern senior living communities are comfortable, pleasant places to live and offer wonderful amenities and services. Today's assisted living is very different from years ago. Still, as a caregiver or loved one of an older adult, it can be challenging to determine if they're ready for assisted living. We'll look at the five most common signs indicating your loved one is ready for assisted living. … Read More about Age Is Just a Number: Five Signs It's Time for Assisted Living

Nation’s third-largest senior living operator receives highest score in all 6 resident experience factors … Read More about Nation’s third-largest senior living operator receives highest score in all 6 resident experience factors

Are you looking towards retirement in a few years? Maybe you have already retired from work, downsized, and enjoying your freedom. Whatever stage you're in, you'll always need to examine your finances and make necessary adjustments. Planning for retirement early is best, but it's never too late to start. We'll look at the differences between a pension vs. a 401k and how you may be able to maximize your retirement options. … Read More about Make Your Retirement Work for You: Pension vs. 401k

There are countless good reasons to read. It's relaxing; it's portable. Reading is an excellent form of mental stimulation, and you can be transported to new worlds or back to yesteryear. Reading informs, educates, and delights. It's never too late to get back into reading. We'll look at books on aging and dementia, suggest a few great fiction reads, and offer tips for reading aloud to seniors. … Read More about Perfect Books for Seniors and Older Adults

It’s important to talk to your doctor before starting any exercise program. They will advise on programs based on current health and fitness levels. There’s no way around it. Regular exercise for seniors can greatly improve not only physical health but mental health too. We know how good exercise is at any age, but for seniors, it’s especially important to get out and move. We’ll explore how much exercise is too much for seniors, along with the benefits of exercise, what types are great for seniors and more. … Read More about How Much Exercise Do Seniors Need?

The question on many seniors' minds is when should they sell their forever home? A forever home, or sunset home, is the home you've raised a family in, hosted countless thanksgiving dinners, and built a lifetime's worth of memories. Seniors that put their homes up for sale could take a big step toward greater independence and peace of mind. Let's look at some of the biggest reasons many seniors sell their forever home. … Read More about Why Retirees Are Selling Their Forever Homes

With a lot of thought and consideration you’ve made the move into a retirement community - congratulations are in order! Know that few of us glide into retirement living without a few adjustments. We have a few tried and true tips and tricks that can help you ease into your new retirement community and make the most of this exciting change. … Read More about Loving Senior Living: How to Get the Most of Your Retirement Community

Many people think that Alzheimer’s and dementia are the same and use the terms interchangeably. However, there are distinctions between the two. It is important for effective treatment and management to know these differences. We’ll learn more about dementia, the types, causes, and how it differs from Alzheimer’s. … Read More about Is it Alzheimer’s or Dementia? How to Tell the Difference

Where are the best places to retire in Illinois and why do seniors choose those locations? Is it the care? The activities? The people? For many seniors who are researching senior care in Illinois, it’s the right combination of all of these factors. … Read More about The 9 Best Chicago Retirement Communities for Seniors

Retirement communities are welcoming places for people of all backgrounds and senior living is an excellent opportunity to make new friends and connections. While there are hundreds of inclusive locations across the United States, seniors who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, and/or transgender (LGBTQ) may be a bit hesitant when it comes to looking for LGBTQ retirement communities because of past discrimination or social prejudice. … Read More about How to Find LGBTQ Retirement Communities

Healthy eating for seniors is not always top of mind, but it is especially important as we age. That’s because poor diet is a major risk factor for chronic diseases, disability, and death, with nearly two-thirds of seniors over the age of 65 in the U.S. consuming a poor diet. Improving nutrition for older adults is a conversation worth having, and it’s also important to remove the stigma that healthy food for older adults isn’t enjoyable. There are so many wonderful fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts, proteins, dairy, and more to love! … Read More about 15 Heart-Healthy Foods for Seniors to Enjoy

When seniors fall, it can be worrisome for older adults and their loved ones. After all, these unfortunate experiences are common among older adults aged 65 and older. Many who have senior family members commonly ask “are falls the leading cause of injury to seniors?” and “how do seniors who experience falls recover physically and mentally?” According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are the leading cause of injury and death for this age group, and one out of four older adults will fall each year in the United States. … Read More about How to Regain Confidence After a Fall as a Senior

Older adults have valuable life experiences, and retirement is an opportune time for seniors to give back by sharing what they have learned. … Read More about The Best Volunteer Opportunities for Seniors

The idea of aging is an open-ended concept. There is so much to explore, achieve, and discover as an older adult! That’s why so many people who are aging or who support those who are aging are removing the negative stigma surrounding the topic. Instead, it’s important to take the proper steps to come to terms with aging and enjoy all that it has to offer. … Read More about Steps to Take Toward Celebrating and Accepting Aging

With a return to cross-country and cross-continent travel well underway, seniors are heading around the world to enjoy adventures and relax in exotic locations. Senior travel is a top priority for many older adults who have the time and resources to see the sights with friends or visit loved ones. If you are planning a trip, it’s important to have a solid understanding of what you will need to travel safely and without delay. With the perfect roadmap, you will also be able to have uninterrupted fun! … Read More about 7 Senior Travel Tips: What to Consider When Planning a Trip

National Nurses Week 2022 is just around the corner and will be held from May 6th to May 12th. Kicking off with National Nurses Day, Life Care Services® looks forward to celebrating our nursing staff who provide exceptional care to residents in communities throughout the United States. Our nurses provide so much more than just prescribed care from a routine plan, they support residents and are a part of our community culture. … Read More about 5 Reasons to Celebrate Senior Living Nurses

“How can seniors strengthen their immune systems?” This is a common question for many who want to improve their health as they age. A strong immune system in older age starts with implementing or continuing to make healthy lifestyle choices, protecting yourself from illness, connecting with others, and developing awareness about your daily habits. … Read More about How to Keep Your Immune System Strong as a Senior

Memory issues creep up slowly. Seniors can go years without noticing any significant difference in their memory by relying solely on the help of family or friends. Eventually, there may come a point when the level of care you or your loved one needs exceeds what can be provided at home. At that point, it’s time to start looking into memory care options. … Read More about What is Memory Care and How to Know When You or Your Loved One May Need It?

Having a positive attitude toward aging is powerful, and is the first step for seniors to enjoy a happy life. There are so many reasons to be positive at an older age. … Read More about The Power of a Positive Attitude as You Age

Becoming a caregiver is an extremely rewarding experience. It’s an opportunity for you to give back to a parent or family member who has given so much of their time to you, and now you’re returning the favor. Yet, this shift in roles can also be a source of guilt or stress over providing adequate care for your loved one. … Read More about Balancing Life as a Caregiver

Life Care Services knows that seniors can be vulnerable to scams, but we are here to put the power back into your hands. By following these tips, you can ensure that your finances will be locked up tight for years to come. … Read More about Tips for Protecting Your Finances as a Senior

Retirement is a wonderful time to explore newfound freedoms, enjoy some well-earned relaxation, and grow as individuals. … Read More about 13 Tips to Help Seniors Thrive in Retirement

Our senior years are the moment for us to finally enjoy all of our free time. With no work and no obligations, you have the freedom to pursue old interests or make new ones. … Read More about How a Senior Care Community Can Benefit You and Your Loved Ones

Taking care of ourselves can seem like a struggle no matter where we are in age, but as we reach our senior years, there’s a point where meeting our daily needs can become a real challenge. … Read More about What to Look for When Researching Senior Living

Protecting our mental health and mental wellness is easier said than done. We tell ourselves to smile or find the good in life, but the truth is, some days can be hard. … Read More about Tips for Taking Care of Your Mental Health as a Senior

There is a common misconception that exercise and “working out” is only for body builders, endurance athletes, and those who are at the pinnacle of physical fitness. … Read More about Exercise for Seniors: Why It's Important and How to Make it Fun

2021 was the third year of the comprehensive five-year Age Well Study from the Mather Institute. … Read More about How life plan communities boost resilience, emotional wellness, and life satisfaction

If you’re looking for holistic methods to improve your overall health, you’ll likely explore what types of exercise are right for your body, what foods to incorporate into your diet to support your immune system, and how to build and maintain meaningful relationships. … Read More about The big benefit of meditation for seniors

Moving your parents or loved one to assisted living is a decision that requires a lot of thought and research. … Read More about How Respite Care Can Be Used to Test Drive Assisted Living

Although data varies, it’s estimated there are currently 3 million LGBT Americans ages 50+, a number projected to grow to 7 million by 2030. … Read More about Is Your Retirement Community Transgender-Friendly?

Children — even adult children — turn to their parents for support. … Read More about Senior Living Gives Seniors and Adult Children Peace of Mind

Millions of older adults fall victim to scams each year, losing substantial amounts of money they need for their retirement. … Read More about Senior Scams & How To Protect Your Older Loved Ones

More than 25% of seniors experience a fall each year in America. Emergency departments see 3 million seniors for fall-related injuries. … Read More about Debunking the Myths About Senior Falls

We can’t know what the next year will bring or what travel restrictions may be in place. … Read More about Traveling Local in 2021: 10 Places in the US That Feel Like You're in Europe

DES MOINES, Iowa. November 17, 2020 — Life Care Services, An LCS Company, ranked highest in customer satisfaction with independent senior living communities for two years in a row in the J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Senior Living Study. … Read More about Life Care Services Ranked Highest in Customer Satisfaction by J.D Power

U.S. News & World Report points you to the best nursing care. Even though nursing homes are regulated by the government, they vary considerably in quality, character and cost. … Read More about Senior Care Research: How to Use The US News & World Report to Understand the Quality of Care at a Community

Providing quality care requires expertise, high standards and dedication. A high rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is clear proof that the level of care offered at a senior care community is top-tier in the industry. … Read More about Senior Care Research: How to Use The 5-Star CMS Rating to Understand The Quality of Care at a Community

When it comes to making a long-term plan for how and where to live as we age, you’d be hard pressed to find many who don’t see the value in thinking through such an important issue. … Read More about Long Term Planning: When to Start and What to Consider

Most of us appreciate the importance of physical wellness both now and as we age. Intellectual wellness too has garnered more attention as we learn about the effects aging can have on our cognitive functions. … Read More about Our Favorite Emotional Wellness Apps for Seniors

Most older adults know a day will come when it’s time to downsize. Some people dread it. Others take it in stride as a necessary step to the lifestyle they want. … Read More about Managing the Emotions That Come With Downsizing

Predicting the future has always been a risky business. Ancient oracles whose predictions turned out to be false didn’t last long. … Read More about 2021 And Beyond: The Future of Senior Living

Adapting the Montessori Approach to Dementia Like many, you may have heard about the Montessori Method but not know what it is or what makes it so different from other approaches to teaching. … Read More about Why Senior Living Communities Are Adopting the Montessori Method for Memory Care

Senior Living Neighborhoods Are the Model of the Future. You have a lot of options when it comes to where you live. … Read More about The Benefits of Walkable Neighborhoods: Why Choose a Senior Living Community for Retirement

The Importance of Picking the Right Pets for Seniors No matter what age you are (or feel), bringing a pet into your home and heart provides many physical and emotional benefits. … Read More about The Best Pets for Seniors in Independent Living

Don’t let uncertain times stop your search for assisted living. If you or someone in your family is considering an assisted living apartment or assisted living community — you shouldn’t allow uncertainty to slow or stop your efforts to choose the best assisted living community. … Read More about Why You Shouldn't Stop Your Assisted Living Search in Uncertain Times

There was a time when the young and the old naturally co-existed. It wasn’t unusual for multiple generations to live together in the same household or neighborhood, or just a short drive away. … Read More about The Importance of Intergenerational Activities in Seniors

Retirement is a time to spread your wings, enjoy your passions, travel, discover new possibilities, and spend more time with family and friends. It can even mean making a move to a vibrant new city or state. … Read More about The 10 Best Cities for LGBTQ Seniors to Retire In

If you’ve been considering a senior living community for yourself or a loved one, you’ve probably noticed that the options are vast and vary. It can seem a bit overwhelming. Where do you even start? … Read More about Evaluating Your Senior Living Options: Rental Communities

Problem Adaptation Therapy: A Breakthrough for Dementia Care Patients with Depression and Anxiety. … Read More about What Is Problem Adapatation Therapy?

As you or your loved one research senior living communities, you’ll quickly discover that most stress their approach to wellness for living a healthier, longer life. … Read More about Why Environmental Wellness Matters When Choosing A Retirement Community

A lot of smart people have been searching for ways to make top-quality medical care more accessible, have lower costs, reduce hospitalizations and ease the strain on the healthcare system. … Read More about Will Senior Living Communities Fully Adopt Telehealth Nursing?

We don’t fear the unknown; what we fear is losing the known. If you’re like most seniors, you want to retain as much freedom and self-direction as you can. You already know what you like and how you want to live. … Read More about How Moving to a Retirement Community Can Help Seniors Feel More Independent

Great news: We’re living longer. In fact, for the first time in history, residents of high-, middle-, and low-income countries are likely to live to 60 years of age and beyond. … Read More about Why Wellness Matters: The Importance of Wellness Programs in Senior Living

There are a lot of myths out there about senior living communities. And if your only experience with a community was from several decades ago, some myths may seem easy to believe. … Read More about Debunking Senior Living Myths

We’re all intimately aware of how much technology has changed our everyday world and continues to do so at an increasing pace. … Read More about Senior Care and Senior Living Technology Trends That Actually Help

It’s no secret that staying physically fit is vital to better health and well-being. But for many of us as we get older, it just seems more and more difficult to incorporate exercise into our daily routine. … Read More about What Can You Expect From a Senior Fitness Program?

A Community of Individuals: 2020 Senior Living Trends Baby boomers are set to become some of the most educated, savvy and individualistic seniors the industry has seen. … Read More about 2020 Senior Living Trends

Independence, freedom and self-reliance are woven into the fabric of American culture. There are scores of movies, books and songs about the loner who relies on their wits and skills. … Read More about The Dangers of Seniors Living Alone

After the house is paid off and you’re only having to pay for daily household expenses, care quickly becomes the biggest expense for seniors. … Read More about CCRC Contracts Explained

5 Financial Benefits of Being a Senior There are certain milestones we hit during our lifetimes. At 13, we’re officially a teenager. Turning 16 means we can drive. When we turn 18, we can vote and see any movie we want. … Read More about 5 Financial Benefits Your Senior Parent Might Qualify For

We’ve all had it happen to us. We’ve misplaced our car keys or momentarily forgotten someone’s name and suddenly had an unwanted thought creep into our head: Are those Alzheimer’s symptoms? … Read More about 9 Signs Your Loved One May Have Alzheimer's

For older adults, moving to a senior living community — with no home maintenance, cooking or cleaning responsibilities — can be incredibly liberating. … Read More about What To Do With Your Parents' Possessions Before Moving to a Senior Living Community

“Aging is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.” – Anonymous A surprising number of things get better with each passing year: whiskey, blue jeans, leather boots, cheese, wine, antiques, trees and friendships. … Read More about 9 Things That Are Better With Age