Senior Life, Senior Hobbies Summer Reading List: 10 Books Featuring Atlanta Authors
Atlanta is the home or birthplace of some of the nation’s most beloved authors. Blending the city’s strong history of civil rights activism with its deep connection to nature and love of Southern history, these writers offer the best Southern literature has to offer. So what should you read this summer? Here are our picks for senior summer reading.
Dementia, Dementia Care How to Find the Best Dementia Care in Canton, GA
All seniors hope to stay healthy as they age, but even more than they worry about their physical health, they worry they will develop dementia. And there’s a good chance they may. According to the Alzheimer's Association, almost 6 million Americans, ages 65 and older, are living with Alzheimer’s dementia. And the longer you live, the greater the odds are that you will develop it.
Independent living 2020: Should You Still Make the Move to an Independent Living Community in Canton, GA?
The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown many plans into disarray. The big move, exciting concert, and fabulous vacation you were planning may now be little more than distant memories. But what about a transition to independent living? If you were weighing the benefits of a move before the pandemic, you might be thinking twice now. Yet independent living is a better investment than ever. Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering making a move in 2020.
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.