Activities

Music works magic for seniors

January 26, 2012     Sandra Hoban, Executive Editor
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Not just for groups, music therapy using MP3 and iPod devices can enable playlist to be customized to the individual resident for a more meaningful experience

Volunteerism helps not only the community, but the senior volunteer as well

January 19, 2012     Sandra Hoban, Executive Editor
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Senior volunteerism in serving the community is on the rise. Nominate your outstanding resident for national recognition.

Stepping out to stop Alzheimer’s; residents present $95,000 gift for staff

December 22, 2011     Sandra Hoban, Executive Editor
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Senior living providers and residents raise hundreds of thousands of dollars in 2011, just in time for the holidays.

10 anticipated psychosocial needs of baby boomers

December 21, 2011     by Eleanor Feldman Barbera, PhD
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Yeah, we know—"The boomers are coming! The boomers are coming!" But are you ready?

A resident being merry in the nursing home

December 19, 2011     Kathleen Mears
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I remember my 15 Christmases living in nursing homes and how the holiday itself has changed, from the moods of residents and staff to the layout of a decorated facility.

A resident who helps out feels better about himself

December 5, 2011     Kathleen Mears
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Melvin (pseudonym) lives a couple of doors away from me. He is round, not very tall and bounces when he walks. He is usually animated and will try to

Thanksgiving is a time for resident gratitude

November 21, 2011     Kathleen Mears
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After living so many years in nursing homes I am normally prepared for when staff ask me about my Thanksgiving plans. Most years you’ll find me at

Welcome to the 'giving' season

November 17, 2011     Sandra Hoban, Executive Editor
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Thanksgiving is a day when loved ones gather to reflect and appreciate the blessings in our lives. It is also the official kickoff of the holiday

Great memories created during a spontaneous resident visit

November 7, 2011     Kathleen Mears
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On a sunny day several weeks ago when the weather was still in the low 70s, my sister called to see if I wanted a visitor. Despite throbbing sinuses

Wii are the senior bowling champions

November 2, 2011     Sandra Hoban, Executive Editor
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Master Division Champions, the Burbank Ball Busters (from left to right): Penny Knapp, Ali Sizer, Marion Hendricks (seated), Luke Dantuono

A senior jockey gets back in the saddle

September 26, 2011     Sandra Hoban, Executive Editor
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Last month, James Todd, 75, a resident of Prestige Senior Living’s Porthaven Care Center in Portland, Ore., climbed back in the saddle. A former

NYC art museum offers tours designed for people with dementia

September 7, 2011     Sandra Hoban, Executive Editor
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The incidence of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias is projected to increase as the Baby Boomers continue to age. Over the years, giant steps in
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