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Pet Benefits for Ogden Seniors: Considerations for Adopting a Pet
In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some of the major and important ways that the presence of pets may benefit many people as they age. Pets carry a number of direct benefits to seniors, from help with stress reduction to themes like companionship,...
Pet Benefits for Seniors: Stress, Mood, Activity
The presence of animals in our lives is often a great way to promote happiness and general well-being, and a great example of this is for seniors and people approaching senior age ranges. There are several ways pets may benefit those in older age groups, and also a...
Senior Future Discussions: Solutions, Listening, Next Steps
In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some of the simple concepts to consider when speaking to a parent or any other senior loved one about the future. Especially when this future may involve changes to daily life to bring some much-needed assistance...
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 part of the...