Senior Living Blog by UMH | Aging & Caregiving (31)

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8 Activities to Help Stimulate Your Aging Loved One's Memory

By: Marissa Salvesen February 18th, 2014

As your loved one ages, a reduction in cognitive ability will likely occur. Small declines and short-term memory loss are common, but you can help prevent this. The brain is a muscle, and like any muscle, it needs to be exercised.

ABC's of Assisted Living

By: Marissa Salvesen February 13th, 2014

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4 Daily Exercises Every Senior Should be Doing

By: Marissa Salvesen February 6th, 2014

Exercising, for seniors, helps maintain flexibility, endurance and strength, all while improving heart health, which is important for older adults. Exercising, when chosen carefully and found to be in line with what the senior body can handle, helps improve overall quality of life, lessen problems from balance and coordination issues and aids in maintaining strength.

Senior Living and Staying Connected Through the Internet

By: Marissa Salvesen February 3rd, 2014

If you are caring for an aging love one and considering ways to make your parents' life more convenient, while maintaining vital connections with family, remember to consider the tools available through the Internet.

Middlewoods of Farmington Residents are Ringing Their Bells!

By: Marissa Salvesen January 31st, 2014

A new resident bell choir is ringing at Middlewoods of Farmington Led by Activities Director, Ginny Brown, the residents of Middlewoods of Farmington formed the bell choir a few months before the holidays and have been performing at the community and around town.

Promoting Healthy Senior Living at our UMH Communities

By: Marissa Salvesen January 22nd, 2014

At each of our UMH communities, we are proud to offer health and wellness programs that promote independence, dignity, and choice for our residents. Healthy senior living is a goal that can be reached….our staff work hard to support and encourage residents to create and meet goals that will help them to live strong and well for as long as they possibly can.

The Secret to Selecting a Senior Living Community

By: Jim Stinson January 17th, 2014

By: Reverend Jim Stinson, Director of Spiritual Life for United Methodist Homes A Familiar Story I’ve made more friends here now than I have in years. My world was shrinking as I aged. Friends and family members were moving to be near family members.

Practical Benefits of Our 60-Day Trial Stay

By: Marissa Salvesen January 14th, 2014

Our unique 60-day trial stay provides prospective residents with the opportunity to try out the lifestyle, services, and amenities of assisted living, with no long-term commitment! A 60-day trial stay offers your loved one the perfect chance to “try it out” before making a decision to move from their home.

Everything You Need to Know about Touring a Senior Living Community

By: Marissa Salvesen January 9th, 2014

Touring a senior living community with an aging loved one is a great way to introduce them to the options and lifestyle of assisted or independent living. While your loved one may feel like they are not ready to make a move, a tour can help to disarm fears, erase myths and clear up misconceptions that accompany this major life decision.

Why You Should Schedule a Tour at a UMH Community

By: Marissa Salvesen January 7th, 2014

United Methodist Homes (UMH) is a local, faith-based not-for-profit organization offering assisted and independent housing and healthcare options for seniors with a mission-based, relationship-centered approach to caring.

Caring for an Aging Parent: Impact of the Holiday Season

By: Marissa Salvesen December 31st, 2013

The holiday season is a time of light-heartedness, gift giving and family gatherings. It’s also a time when many caregivers feel resentful and often times a little worn down. While everyone is enjoying the hustle and bustle of the season, caregivers tend to be bogged down with extra obligations while caring for the growing needs of an aging parent.