Community Life
Engagement through Eversound
June 12, 2019Technology can be hugely helpful! In fact, all of our communities use some type of technology to support our residents. One of our amazing senior communities in Eugene, OR, Sheldon Park Senior Living, recently started incorporating some incredible sound-amplifying technology into their Memory Care programming: Eversound! Let’s take a look . . . or a listen! Read on...
Embrace Your Inner Interior Designer: Design Tips for Senior Living
June 10, 2019Really, our homes and living spaces are a reflection of who we are, what we love, and what we value. In fact, the design choices we make and the belongings we choose to display greatly contribute to our overall comfort, health, and happiness. Whether you're considering moving to a community living environment like Blue Harbor Senior Living, or you want to help your parent make some quick and effective adjustments to their home, we have some great safety-minded interior design tips to share with you. Read on...
Celebrating Friendship in Old Age
June 06, 2019Friendships and social bonds bring meaning, connection, and joy to our lives. Truly, we are never too old to make new friends. As we age, friendships can be especially therapeutic. Let's take a look at the benefits of friendship in old age, along with a very sweet feature about a very special friendship forged at one of our communities. Read on...
Mr. Hackett Loves Baseball!
June 05, 2019One of the cornerstones of the True Blue approach? WOW! Moments! The more we get to know a resident, the more we understand their dreams and passions. We love to make these dreams come true! Read on...
A Taste of Home: Using Meals as a Memory Care Tool
June 05, 2019Food does more than just nourish our bodies--it unites us as people and stimulates our memories. In fact, food plays a greater role in our minds and our ability to recall facts and events as we age, and is even used as a tool in memory care for seniors.
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The Benefits of Tai Chi for Seniors
June 05, 2019Physical fitness programs are a very important part of any active senior living community. At Blue Harbor, our exercise and movement program encourages residents to remain physically active and emotionally healthy. The planned activities are designed to be accessible and low impact, encouraging physical healing along with increased balance and stability. Learn more on our blog! Read on...
A Guide to Senior Housing: Which Type of Care is Right for Me?
May 15, 2019With so many different senior housing and care types out there, what's the best fit for my needs? This can be a complex question to answer, but we're here to help. Read on...
On Gratitude and the Power of Celebration
May 14, 2019At Blue Harbor, we truly believe in the uplifting power of gratitude. In fact, we believe in its power so much that we turn every single day into a celebration! See how we cultivate daily celebration.
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Lillie Flies!
May 07, 2019One of our wonderful residents at Lionwood Senior Living, Lillie, has always been terrified of heights. Lillie really wanted to conquer her fears, but felt she was unable to tackle it on her own. So, our True Blue team got together to help support her! Read this wonderful WOW! Moment here. Read on...
Wii Sports for Seniors
May 03, 2019Did you know that Wii Sports can boost senior health? Game on! Learn all about it in this edition of the True Blue blog.
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