Assisted Living

The holiday season is upon us. For many, it is a time to reconnect with loved ones, and spend time with family. For most, the holidays can add on layers of stress to ourselves and our relationships, especially when dealing with important issues like the aging of a parent. Tensions may rise between family members when trying to find the best way to care for an aging parent, especially around the holidays. Here are some of Loudonville Assisted Living Residence’s tips for managing stressful family relationships: Practice self-care. Have you heard the saying “you can’t pour from an empty cup?” It’s [...]

Engaging in activities we enjoy and having fun with other people are some of the best parts of life. Being able to do both has profound positive effects on our health and well-being, and this importance only amplifies as we age. Studies have shown evidence that American elderly people with active social lives may have a slower rate of memory loss than others with less activity and socialization in their lives. In fact, increased physical activity, even by small amounts, is found to decrease risk for onset of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Increased mental activity, such as puzzle solving [...]