New LifeStyles Senior Living & Care Blog

We know that it can be tough, finding care for a loved one, or taking care of them yourself. So we offer our end users a blog with information on care giving, choosing a community, senior living and care news and just for fun!

The Best Local Day Trips for Seniors: Exploring Hidden Gems in Your Community

Local day trips can be a perfect way for seniors to explore and stay engaged without the exhaustion that comes with long-distance travel. These mini-adventures offer the joy of discovery while keeping things manageable. Seniors don’t have to venture far to enjoy beautiful parks, historical sites, or cultural events in…

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Sustainable Gardening Practices for Seniors: Eco-Friendly Tips and Tricks

Gardening activities like digging soil, lifting small pots, ranking leaves, or trimming bushes offer a unique opportunity for daily exercise. As such, it improves physical strength and heart health. Considering cardiovascular disease, immune system health, and high blood pressure are common concerns among the elderly, gardening is one of the…

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4 Outdoor Hobbies That Are Perfect for Seniors

Engaging in outdoor hobbies is an excellent way for seniors to stay active, enjoy nature, and improve their overall well-being. Whether it’s for relaxation, exercise, or social interaction, outdoor activities offer numerous benefits. Here are four outdoor hobbies that are perfect for seniors. Birdwatching Birdwatching is a serene and rewarding…

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8 Ways to Improve Companionship for Seniors

The senior citizens population is increasing across the US. As your parents age, they can start feeling lonely. For instance, a recent survey shows that more than half the seniors in Massachusetts aged 65 years and above live alone. Finding a great companion for them can be difficult.  If you’re…

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Geriatric Green Thumbs: Gardening Therapy for Seniors’ Wellbeing

Gardening is a healthy and enjoyable way to spend time outdoors, but it can be especially beneficial for seniors. It can help them stay mentally sharp, reduce stress, fight off depression and anxiety, increase socialization opportunities, and more. This can be extremely useful due to the growing senior population. According…

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Ideas for Outdoor Adventure as a Senior Citizen

A life spent indoors most days can quickly become dull and dreary. Each day between the walls gets more boring and monotonous. Rekindle your zeal for life in the beautiful outdoors! Use these ideas for outdoor adventure as a senior citizen to get started. Enjoy a Drive-In Movie Drive-in movies…

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Health Benefits of Gardening for the Elderly and Caregivers

Gardening is a popular hobby enjoyed by millions around the world. It provides numerous physical, mental, and emotional benefits, making it an ideal activity for people of all ages, including the elderly and their caregivers. As we age, maintaining an active lifestyle and engaging in stimulating activities becomes increasingly important…

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3 Fun Hobbies for Seniors with Arthritis

Almost 60 million adults in the US suffer from arthritis, which means there are probably some people with arthritis in your retirement community. While arthritis affects each body differently, it may prevent some arthritis sufferers from participating in certain activities and hobbies. Luckily, there are some fun hobbies for seniors…

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