by Krista Scarlett | May 28, 2020 | Health & Wellness
Is It Time for Assisted Living Support? As a caregiver or family member, how do you know when it’s time to ask for additional help for your loved one, like assisted living support or memory care? If your loved one is exhibiting any of these signs, then it may be time...
by Krista Scarlett | May 20, 2020 | Health & Wellness
Staying Physically Active & Safe During COVID-19 Sitting is still the new smoking. Sedentary behavior is bad news all around—it’s linked to poor sleep, depression, and reduced cognitive function in older adults. The longer you sit, the increased your risk of...
by Krista Scarlett | May 14, 2020 | Grand Oaks News, Health & Wellness
Grand Oaks Celebrates Our 20th Anniversary! Two decades have flown by. This year marks our 20th anniversary of assisted living excellence at Grand Oaks. We’ve made so many wonderful memories and accomplished so much during that time—all with the help and support of...
by Krista Scarlett | Apr 23, 2020 | Health & Wellness
The Power of Your Phone or Tablet for Seniors Your smartphone, tablet, or mobile device does more than provide hours of endless entertainment. It could also save your life! According to Pew Research Center, more than 50% of all seniors in the U.S. now own a...
by Krista Scarlett | Apr 16, 2020 | Health & Wellness
How to Talk to Seniors About Social Distancing & COVID-19 The novel coronavirus can infect anyone, but studies show that older adults—ages 60 and older—are more likely to get seriously sick from it. Like many of us, seniors are also trying to navigate and...