Community Life
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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Seniors with Alzheimer’s: Communication Tips for Caregivers and Loved Ones
May 02, 2019Is your senior loved one struggling with memory loss or Alzheimer's disease? Age-related memory and cognitive disorders can have a big impact on communication, but there are ways to improve and maintain effective communication with a senior who has Alzheimer's. See what our senior care specialists are saying.
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How to Stay Connected With Loved Ones in Senior Living
May 01, 2019Staying connected is an important part of a healthy transition into community living. There's no "right answer," but these tips offer great ideas for how to show your loved one the care and attention they'll so appreciate. Read on...