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Happy Assisted Living Week

Sarah Silva, President of Arete Living Arete Living is a senior living management organization proudly managing Avamere Communities. Happy National Assisted Living Week! This year’s theme is Joyful Moments. I love this focus, as it perfectly encapsulates the heart of...

Senior Future Discussions: Initial Tips for South Ogden Caregivers

There are some points in our lives where the future is extremely exciting, and others where these conversations can be a bit tougher to have. For some who are at senior age and approaching important decisions about their living situation and care, these conversations...

Seniors and volunteering: how to get started

In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some of the major benefits of volunteering for seniors, plus formats for doing so. Many seniors really enjoy giving some of their time to others, a process that also helps foster social connections and improve...

Seniors and Volunteering: Benefits and Methods Available

There are many areas people look to as they attempt to stay active and purposeful in their lives with age, and one of these is the realm of volunteering. Volunteering your time to help others is often one of the most rewarding pursuits a person can take, and many...

Helping Ogden Seniors Downsize: Donations and Timeliness

In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some basic tips on how to help a senior loved one during the process of downsizing their home. Whether you’re helping them move to a senior living community or any other location, there may be a number of...

Avoiding Winter “Blues”: Journaling, Laughter, Medical Care

In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some of the ways both seniors and their caregivers can avoid any “blues” that sometimes come with the mid-winter time of year. While mood swings among many people are somewhat common, including at this...