Community StoriesFor many, winter is the season of traveling south to avoid the snow and cold weather. Those who planned to travel to Florida, head to the coast, or even travel internationally may be feeling less than cheerful this season with [...]
Community StoriesRENO, NEVADA (DEC. 1, 2020) – Stone Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care community, a Sunshine Retirement Living property, announces the update of its wellness program and multi-faceted approach to health and well-being to better serve its residents. Sunshine focuses [...]
Community StoriesWe all have certain people in our lives who are very near and dear to our hearts. As we head into the season of giving and the Thanksgiving holiday, we wanted to share some creative ways that you can show [...]
Community StoriesIf you or a loved one lives at a retirement community, you have likely been extra cautious during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since the coronavirus, like all viruses, spreads in close quarters, extra precautions have been taken to protect residents and [...]
Community StoriesAs humans, we love routine and predictability. And for seniors who have had the same routines possibly for decades, those routines are even more comforting. In particular, those with memory challenges benefit immensely from routines. Routines can help someone with [...]
Community StoriesTo say that Coronavirus has had an impact on the world might be an understatement. But for seniors, especially those living in retirement communities, the impact has been even more dramatic. Seniors are a high-risk group according to the CDC [...]
Community StoriesBecause we love our friends and family, we do everything we can to help them when they start experiencing memory challenges or needing assistance with the activities of daily life. We cook for them, clean their homes, go shopping for [...]
Community StoriesMany people mistakenly believe that the symptoms of dementia are limited to memory-related experiences, such as forgetfulness. However, research suggests that up to 80% of people with dementia also experience anxiety and agitation, which can cause emotional distress for them [...]
Community StoriesIt’s common knowledge, to the point of comedy, that holiday travel can be stressful. Choosing your travel dates, packing up your family’s belongings, dealing with airports and highways, and checking your gift list twice are all frustrating enough without adding [...]
Community StoriesIt’s no secret that children and seniors get along very well and bring joy to each other’s lives. But did you know that for seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s, interacting with children can provide more than just enjoyment? The opportunity [...]
