Community Life
Feeling the Waves Splash Again
October 01, 2018Kirkwood Corners resident Mildred is 99 years old. Yes, she’s almost a century old, and is an absolute joy to be around! Mildred told us that York Beach in Maine was her favorite place in the world. So, what'd our True Blue team do to make Mildred feel extra special? Read on to find out! Read on...
Over 50? 4 Ways Balance Exercises Will Help You
September 28, 2018One of the most important cornerstones of our movement-based activities is balance and stability exercises. Why are balance exercises so important for seniors? Read on to learn all about the benefits of boosting stability as we age. Read on...
Marilynne’s Rollercoaster Ride
September 10, 2018As a part of the True Blue approach, Blue Harbor Senior Living communities truly get to know the hopes and dreams of each and every resident. They help make these dreams come true by organizing special, individualized events we call WOW! Moments. We seek to find a way for residents to feel extra appreciated and amazed! What’s one example? Read on to find out! Read on...
Benefits of Daily Walks for Seniors
September 07, 2018Here at Blue Harbor Senior Living, our True Blue team seeks to nurture the mind, body, and spirit of each and every resident. What’s one way we nurture the body? Through daily movement! One of our favorite movement-oriented activities is group walks. What are the benefits of daily walks for seniors? Read all about it on our blog. Read on...
Fun Activities that Help Seniors with Memory Loss
September 06, 2018For many, memory loss can be a natural part of aging. However, some seniors may develop more significant memory-related issues. Alzheimer’s and dementia can be difficult to navigate, but it’s entirely possible for seniors with memory loss to live fully engaging, dignified lives. Read on...
Our True Blue HEROES
September 04, 2018Here at Blue Harbor Senior Living, we are True Blue. What does True Blue mean to us? It means our teams are made up of HEROES: Helpful, Enthusiastic, Reliable, Original, Effective, and Supportive superheroes within the senior living industry. Starting in July, we launched our HEROES campaign. Every True Blue team set out on a mission to lend a helping hand to organizations that are also serving seniors. Learn all about these special moments on our blog! Read on...
Janet’s Skydiving!
August 16, 2018Recently, Kirkwood Corners resident, Janet, expressed interest in going skydiving. She’s a lifelong thrill seeker and absolutely loves trying new things. In the past, she’s even gone zip lining! However, going skydiving has been on her bucket list for years. So, what'd we do for miss Janet? Read on for all the details! Read on...
How to Start the Search for Senior Housing
August 15, 2018Are you or your loved one ready to move into a senior apartment? Wonderful! Finding the right fit can be a process, but we’re here to make that easier. Follow our step-by-step guide for tips on how to start the search for senior housing. Read on...
Is It Time to Seek Out Senior Care? 5 Questions to Consider
August 06, 2018Unsure if now is the right time? During this phase, it’s important to start doing a little research, accessing helpful resources related to senior living, senior health, and senior happiness. Well, you’ve come to the right place; that’s what our blog is all about! To help you get started, we’re listing a few questions to consider. Read on...
Blue Harbor Chef Cook Off!
August 01, 2018What’s one way that we inspire our chefs to go above and beyond? Through dining services trainings and chef cook-offs! It’s a great way for everyone to meet each other and be inspired by each other’s skill and creativity. We’ve held two Chef Competitions this year, one for our Eastern Region Chefs and one for our Western Region Chefs. They’ve both been an absolute blast! Read on...