Community Life
Veterans Day: Thanking Seniors Who Have Served
October 30, 2018Here at Blue Harbor Senior Living, each community has a unique way of showing appreciation for our veterans. Read below for a few examples of how our communities will be honoring veterans—and find inspiration for how you can honor the brave veterans in your lives! 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...
Independent Living vs. Assisted Living: What’s the Difference?
July 31, 2018Moving into a senior community is exciting! We make new friends, find new hobbies, and discover a new sense of home. However, making the decision to move into a senior living community is a process. We’re here to help make that process easier. Read on...
Celebrating the Legends: Audrey Hepburn Week!
July 23, 2018At Blue Harbor Senior Living, each of our active senior living communities has a zest for creating a rich, fun social life for residents. One of the ways we make that happen is by creating fun and dynamic monthly activities calendars. Every day, residents wake up knowing they have a flurry of fun activities to choose from!
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4 New Year’s Resolutions That’ll Keep Seniors Young at Heart
January 28, 2018 | Chateau BrickyardStaying active and getting involved with the people around you are a few ways that seniors can keep-on-keeping-on and feel young. But as 2018 begins and we head into the rest of the year, we wanted to take a look at four specific things seniors can do to stay young at heart.
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Fun with Genealogy: Holiday Gift & Activity Ideas for Seniors
December 17, 2017 | Chateau BrickyardWith the rise of DNA testing kits, genealogy websites, and even TV shows about long-lost relatives, genealogy research has become one of the most popular hobbies in the US, ranking just second behind gardening.
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5 Meaningful Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Senior Loved One
December 13, 2017 | Canyon CreekThe holiday season has arrived! While this is a time of joy and giving, it can also be a time of loneliness for those who live away from loved ones. We've put together a list of our favorite holiday gifts for seniors to make them feel extra special. Continue reading to find inspiration for your own giving!
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How to Help Seniors Feel Extra Special this Holiday Season
December 11, 2017 | Heritage PlaceAs you well know, the seniors in our lives are extremely special. Making your senior feel cared about, appreciated, and loved is important year-round, but especially during the holidays when seniors may start to get a case of the winter blues.
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4 Ways Community Living Helps Seniors Live Happier Fuller Lives
November 30, 2017 | Heritage PlaceAs we grow older, we may retire and start to live more solitary, secluded lives. This can be very peaceful but can also come with mental health risks. In fact, one of the most common concerns with aging is senior social isolation, which can lead to depression. Depression in seniors can be dangerous, making it harder for seniors to do what's necessary to take care of themselves, such as eating, taking their medications, or bathing regularly. One of the best remedies for the risk of senior isolation? Building community! In this month's edition of the Heritage Place blog, we'll be discussing the ways that community living helps seniors live happier, fuller lives. We hope you enjoy!
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