Senior Living News

Senior Eye Health: A Quick Guide for Older Adults

While it's true that older adults are more likely to experience eye problems, conditions like glaucoma and cataracts don't have to be inevitable. Simple steps, such as keeping up with regular vision checks and maintaining an eye-friendly lifestyle, can help you take charge of your eye health as a senior. In this quick guide, we'll explain what you need to know about age and vision and how to keep your eyes healthy.

Natural Aging Versus Dementia-Based Cognitive Decline: What's the Difference?

As we age, our bodies go through many changes, and aging does have an impact on the brain. When they notice a difference in their memory or thinking, many seniors wonder whether it's a normal age-related experience or something more serious, such as cognitive decline. If you’re among them, this guide created by our team at Autumn View Gardens Creve Coeur senior living community in Creve Coeur, MO, will help you differentiate dementia warning signs from natural aging.

Can Seniors Do CrossFit?

At Autumn View Gardens, we encourage an active lifestyle through enriching activities, community outings and daily exercise classes. Many active residents supplement on-site activities with their own exercise programs, including classes at one of the nearly two dozen CrossFit-affiliated gyms near our community.

The Benefit of Having Meals Together When a Loved One Has Dementia

While the benefits of family mealtimes are most commonly associated with children, gathering around the table to share a meal is great for well-being at every stage of our lives. From promoting harmonious relationships to honoring family traditions, eating together provides a broad range of benefits. Let's explore how meals with friends and family help people with dementia and learn how to promote healthy, happy mealtime experiences.

What Questions Should You Ask a Potential Memory Care Community?

Moving into a memory care community such as Autumn View Gardens in Creve Coeur is a big step for individuals and their families. By researching ahead of this decision, you can enjoy more peace of mind that you've made a good choice regarding where to live or who will care for your loved one.

8 Ways to Stay Connected During Retirement

When you're working full-time, you interact with colleagues and may participate in social activities more often. Retirement gives you more free time, but it may limit some of those connections. Being intentional with your interactions and trying new things can help you stay connected once you retire. Here are some ways to build or maintain connections as a retiree.

8 Steps to Launch a Painting Hobby in Retirement

Retirement is a prime time to explore interests and hobbies you put on hold while working, including painting. Whether you've dabbled in art before or you're picking up a brush for the first time, painting can enrich your golden years and boost feelings of fulfillment. Use this step-by-step guide to launch a painting hobby and learn about the many benefits creating art can bring to your life at Autumn View Gardens Creve Coeur.

The Purpose of Photographs When Engaging With a Loved One With Dementia

The common phrase, "A picture is worth a thousand words" is believed to have been first used to promote the use of images in advertising in the 1920s. It illustrates the power of images over spoken words. More recently, a pilot study conducted by the National Institute for Dementia Education showed that seniors with dementia responded positively to personal photos used during a 5-week therapy session.

Online Savings Accounts for Seniors: A Brief Guide

As more essential services move online, everyday activities such as banking can feel frustrating if you prefer to do business face-to-face. However, the digital revolution also offers opportunities for older adults prepared to embrace online banking.

Coloring and Dementia: The Benefits of This Creative Activity

Creative activities provide cognitive stimulation for those living with dementia, providing a way for them to socialize, express emotions and practice fine motor skills. Whether the individual is coloring a geometric design, a familiar landscape or a favorite animal, it serves as a low-stress way to spark memories, encourage social interactions and build patience and confidence. Here’s an overview of the benefits coloring has for those with memory loss.