Senior Health, Coronavirus How Interconnecting Mental Health into Physical Health is Important for Seniors During COVID-19
Tips for Reconnecting Through COVID If there is one thing we as a society have learned over the last several weeks, it’s the importance of human relationship and connection. Fortunately, we live in a digital world that allows for face to face social connection via Facetime, Zoom, Skype, etc. but there is nothing quite like wrapping your arms around a friend or loved one. The physical aspect of a relationship was overlooked by most until it was no longer an option due to isolation. Touch from a loved one releases hormones within your body that hold many health benefits both mentally, emotionally, and physically. Although restrictions are beginning to be lifted and we are starting to see a “light at the end of the COVID tunnel”, there will be a physical touch hesitation for quite a bit longer, specifically with your elderly loved ones. While social distancing does not have to mean self-isolation, we encourage you to find a safe, healthy balance for all parties involved when reconnecting. Below are a few tips and suggestions to take into consideration as we ease back into a new normal.
Active Senior Living How Cherokee County Seniors Can Retain an Active Lifestyle in 2020
Maintaining an active senior lifestyle is a key ingredient in the recipe for good health. Physical activity can help you maintain a healthy body weight, avoid diseases like diabetes, live longer, and keep your mind healthy. It might even prevent dementia and mental health conditions like depression and anxiety. Yet staying active can be difficult when you can’t leave home or call your workout buddy and go for a walk.
Independent living 6 Myths About Independent Living That Aren't True
You’ve recently retired. Your kids have left home, and you’re looking forward to the next stage of your life. First on the agenda may be selling the family home and moving to a smaller space. If this describes you or a loved one, you may want to consider independent living.
FAQs about senior living What Senior Living Residents in Canton, GA Can Expect for the Rest of 2020
Tens of thousands of Americans have already died of COVID-19, the disease the novel coronavirus causes. It’s a virus mired in uncertainty and wrapped in terror. No one can give clear, specific answers about what to expect — when things will get better, whether there will be a cure before a vaccine, whether any single person has been exposed to the virus, or how sick they will become if they catch it. It’s enough to make everyone feel anxious. There are no Magic 8 Balls here. No one knows what the future holds. After all, no one could have predicted that most of us would spend the first half of 2020 in self-imposed lockdown. Given the pace at which the virus has spread, we can make some broad predictions about what senior living residents in Canton, Georgia, can expect for the rest of 2020.
Community News The Polaroid Express: Delivering Love Despite Closed Doors
You’ve heard of the Pony Express and the Polar Express. At The Arbor at BridgeMill, there’s the Polaroid Express, and it’s delivering a lot of joy to residents in the community.
Community News The Arbor at Bridgemill Honored Heroes on Memorial Day
As a grateful nation saluted the men and women who gave their lives for our freedom, The Arbor at BridgeMill held special Memorial Day events over the weekend. Staff members dressed up in red, white, and blue, and some added a dash of creative flair onto their patriotic attire. The morning began with a flag-raising ceremony led by veterans, and the afternoon was capped off with cool treats from Kona Ice. One fun activity gave residents the chance to guess how many toy soldiers were packed into a glass jar.
Senior Resources 8 Senior Resources in Canton, GA
Once home to more cows than people, the Northeast Georgia town of Canton has come a long way from its roots as a mill town. In the past 20 years, Canton’s population has more than tripled, from fewer than 8,000 people at the turn of the century to more than 29,000 today. Canton is located on the Etowah River, not far from Lake Allatoona. It’s known for its quaint Main Street district and vibrant parks. And as seniors continue to discover, it’s a great place to retire. Here are eight senior resources, both new and continuing, that are available in Canton.
Senior living 10 Signs Your Family Member Should Look for Senior Living in Canton
No one likes to think about getting older, or about their parents getting older. And the transition from being self-sufficient to being unable to care for yourself can be so gradual that seniors and their families often don’t recognize when they need help.
Resources for Senior Citizens Everything You Need to Know About the BridgeMill Athletic Club
For Canton, Georgia, seniors, staying active can prove challenging. You have to coordinate your friends, work around complex schedules, and find activities year-round. Perhaps this is why so many seniors find that their retirements fall far short of the fantasies that kept them pushing ahead back when they were still working. The BridgeMill Athletic Club offers a perfect antidote to these challenges. This all-in-one club has something for everyone, including activities that keep you busy and moving even when dreary January and February rains send you indoors.
Resources for Senior Citizens, Senior Activities Upcoming Senior Friendly Events Near Canton, GA
Canton, Georgia, used to be a sleepy rural town with little claim to fame aside from its close proximity to Atlanta. But as new businesses and residents have come into the city, Canton has come into its own. It’s now a thriving small town, filled with unique businesses and spectacular parks — all while retaining the charm and welcoming spirit of a sleepy Southern community. Seniors hoping for a comfortable retirement in an up-and-coming city will find plenty to do in Canton. It’s also a great landing spot for couples with conflicting desires. When one spouse wants a busy city and the other craves quiet country living, Canton is the perfect midway point.