5 Health & Wellness Tips For Aging Gracefully | St. Francis Villa
Your Health Won’t Wait – It’s the all-too-present reality that many of us wish to ignore: aging. While getting older is a privilege, the aging process can bring with it physical and mental changes that require diligence and proactive measures to address. Your health won’t wait for you to be ready – it’s essential to […]
Mom had a Fall, now what?
The worst fear has just happened. Mom had a fall and no one knew until a friend found her. She is now in the hospital with a fracture. Where do you go from here? Understanding Supportive Aging This is a frequent scenario often encountered at assisted living communities. There is a lot to know about […]
Tips & Options to Consider When Helping Aging Parents Downsize Their Home or Furnishings
Is simply downsizing the only move to consider? Is it the right solution for you? Weigh your options. Consider what your underlying reasons are to make such a difficult move as this because it is better to make that move only once. If you are really honest with yourself, aging maybe starting to affect one’s […]
I am Not Ready!
“No way am I moving! I have only fallen three times.” “I am not ready” – it sounds like a mantra. But I am not just talking about seniors in need; I have also heard this from some family members in their searching for a place for their mom or dad. Eventually, their sense of urgency […]
Tips for Fighting Senior Adult Depression
Across our country, senior adults are facing unprecedented levels of depression. The root causes of this problem can vary but often include social isolation, health problems, and grief from the loss of loved ones. The COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated this problem, as many seniors have been forced to stay isolated at home. In fact, […]
5 Tips for Having “The Conversation” About Assisted Living
Aging loved ones can face many challenges. One of the most difficult challenges is talking about their living situation. This discussion can be incredibly emotional if they have been coping with a chronic illness or condition that has limited their independence. Knowing how to have this delicate conversation is essential for improving their quality of […]
5 Questions For A Stronger Recovery: Moving Forward After A Fall
Falling is a common occurrence, and it can happen to anyone, at any age. However, for older adults, falls can lead to serious injuries and complications. Whether it’s a trip, a slip or a stumble, falling can leave you feeling shaken and vulnerable. Even a minor fall can cause injuries that could have long-lasting effects […]
When Happiness is a Choice
By Greg Deris, Owner A Sense of Community is Inevitable My good friends Merriam and Webster, define a community as an interacting population of various kinds of individuals in a common location. Albeit the truth, the “sense of community” at St. Francis Villa travels well beyond that generic definition, and in my humble opinion, arises […]
5 Tips for Having a Successful Visit to an Assisted Living
So you’ve made a few phone calls and gathered some information. You may have even toured on your own and now it’s time to bring your