Community Life
True Blue and Tim Tebow’s Night to Shine
April 09, 2019One of our amazing senior living communities, Lionwood Senior Living, was part of a very special event earlier this year: Tim Tebow’s Night to Shine. Read the full story here! Read on...
The Benefits of Water Aerobics for Seniors
April 05, 2019Many of our communities, such as Heritage Place and Barkley Place, have their own community pools, making it easy to offer residents the fun of water aerobics! In this edition of our True Blue blog, let’s learn all about the benefits of this soothing movement-based activity. Read on...
Awakening the Senses: The Benefits of Massage for Seniors
April 04, 2019At Blue Harbor Senior Living, our activities programming is designed to nurture the emotional, physical, and social wellbeing of our residents. From brain games and art projects to visits with pets and special outings, residents find a community that provides entertainment, meaning, and social connection. Read on...
Let’s Play: The Benefits of Games for Seniors
April 03, 2019Games are amazingly fun! In fact, we host frequent game nights here at our communities at Blue Harbor Senior Living. Research shows, however, that games are more than just fun! In fact, they boast a host of benefits, from improved mood to sharpened memory. In this edition of the True Blue blog, let’s learn about the benefits! Read on...
Cleaner Spaces Safer Seniors: Spring Cleaning Tips for Caregivers
April 02, 2019Springtime is now in full swing, which means it's time for a little housekeeping! Help your loved ones feel more refreshed, calmer, and safer by providing a little help with spring cleaning. Read on...
Achoo! Allergy Season Tips for Seniors
April 01, 2019Happy spring, all! With all the change and blossoming, though, comes – achoo! – springtime allergies. We can become affected by allergies at any age, and springtime is ripe for bringing on allergy-related symptoms. Read on...
The Amazing Benefits of Music for Seniors
March 18, 2019Music is deeply tied to our memories and emotions. In an instant, a song can bring us back to a specific time in our lives. Or, it can bring us a rush of joy and a lift in mood. Music is powerful and therapeutic, which is why music is such an important part of all our Blue Harbor programming! In this edition of the True Blue blog, learn all about the benefits of music for seniors! Read on...
How Seniors Can Benefit from Volunteering
March 11, 2019As we reach retirement age, we're often looking for different ways to stay active and involved in our communities. We have more time on our hands and are searching for ways to add new meaning and joy into our lives. Volunteering and giving back is a fantastic way to do just that! Learn more on this edition of the Blue Harbor blog. Read on...
Movers and Shakers: Benefits of Exercise for Seniors
March 10, 2019Here at Blue Harbor Senior Living, we design our activities program to nurture the mind, body, and soul. Accessible, daily movement is an important part of our programming. From chair yoga to tai chi to walking groups to dance classes, we offer regularly scheduled exercise classes. Read on...
Do Social Connections Make Us Healthier?
March 06, 2019When you think about health and aging, what do you think of? Many of us think about staying physically active, or about eating wholesome foods. You may also think about different ways to stay sharp, such as trying out new hobbies or playing brain games. However, amidst all the different ways to age well, there's an unsung hero: friendships and social connections. Read on...