Accepting that an aging family member’s health is declining can be a challenge. Talking with other family members about their new living options can be even harder. In this article, Jacob Raptosh, Divisional Sales Director at Holiday, offers valuable insights into how to talk openly and effectively with family about senior living options for an… Continue reading How to Talk to Your Family About Senior Living for an Aging Parent
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10 Best Books for Seniors: A List of Residents’ Favorites
Great news for bookworms: reading is good for you! Reading is still a popular activity in America, and for good reason. People of all ages, but especially seniors, benefit from relaxing with a good book, as it can lower stress, offer mental stimulation and even improve memory. Many of the best books for seniors are… Continue reading 10 Best Books for Seniors: A List of Residents’ Favorites
10 Ways Seniors Can Prevent Identity Theft and Other Internet Fraud
In 2022, older Americans lost more than $3 billion to internet fraud. Seniors are “prime targets for scammers,” says Benjamin Taylor, a staff attorney at the Legal Aid Society and a former Elder Justice Fellow. In fact, seniors are the most-targeted demographic for online scams. Why? Taylor says older adults are perceived as less savvy… Continue reading 10 Ways Seniors Can Prevent Identity Theft and Other Internet Fraud
8 Tips for Seniors to Get the Best Price When Selling Your Home
Seniors downsizing for the first time often think about selling their homes. It’s the most expensive asset many seniors own, and using the money from a home sale can help pay for the costs of moving to a smaller residence or a senior living community. There are some important steps you can take to get… Continue reading 8 Tips for Seniors to Get the Best Price When Selling Your Home
Travel Fun, Travel Smart: Best Vacation Ideas for Seniors
Retirement travel is booming again. Following a pandemic-related drop over the past three years, Americans over 60 years old once again reign as the age group most likely to travel. Climb aboard for travel tips and retirement vacation ideas that are just right for older travelers. What makes older travelers special Being a senior is… Continue reading Travel Fun, Travel Smart: Best Vacation Ideas for Seniors
Aging at Home: Pros, Cons and Alternatives
Staying in your home as you grow older – commonly called “aging in place” – is an important topic for many seniors. According to an AARP study, nearly 90% of older people want to live in their house for as long as possible. But with age comes change. A decline in mobility can make navigating… Continue reading Aging at Home: Pros, Cons and Alternatives
The Deal Detective: Investigating Great Deals and Money-Saving Discounts for Seniors
Everyone loves a good deal – especially seniors trying to stick to a budget. The impact of ongoing inflation makes it even more important to stretch dollars as far as they will go. That’s why we’re putting senior discounts and money-saving deals under a magnifying glass, as we sleuth out a variety of ways to… Continue reading The Deal Detective: Investigating Great Deals and Money-Saving Discounts for Seniors
Need Inspiration? Here’s 12 Things to Do After You Retire.
Bingo? Knitting? Senior pickleball? How DO retirees spend all their free time? Excellent question! So good, in fact, we decided to share the real-life, day-to-day doings of the retirees we know best: Holiday by Atria residents. Turns out, they’ve come up with some meaningful and creative ways to spend their retirement. Whether you plan to… Continue reading Need Inspiration? Here’s 12 Things to Do After You Retire.
7 Best Exercise Classes for Seniors to Improve Balance, Mobility and Fitness
Exercise is a healthy habit at any age, but fitness for seniors is especially critical for maintaining mobility and independence. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention® (CDC), adults 65 and over need: 30 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise five days a week Strength training at least two days a week Regular activities… Continue reading 7 Best Exercise Classes for Seniors to Improve Balance, Mobility and Fitness
After 25 Years, Resident Still Relishes her Holiday Home
Standing at just five feet tall, Janice H. is the longest-tenured resident at Mallard Point, a Holiday by Atria community in Cedar Falls. Her journey began in 1998 with a search for the perfect apartment. Twenty-five years later, Janice still adores the private oasis she found – as well as the many friends she’s made.… Continue reading After 25 Years, Resident Still Relishes her Holiday Home