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!

Protecting Our Elders: The Hidden Risks of Pests in Senior Living Spaces

As our loved ones age, their safety, comfort, and well-being become central concerns. Families and caregivers often focus on medication management, mobility aids, and emotional support, but there’s one crucial aspect of senior living that’s often overlooked: pest control. Pest infestations aren’t just inconvenient or unpleasant. For older adults, pests…

Read More...

Senior Safety First: How Much Should You Budget for a Home Security System?

As more seniors choose to age in place or live independently, safety becomes a top priority for families and caregivers. The right home security system can provide peace of mind, enhance safety, and offer real-time alerts in emergencies. But one of the most common questions that arises is about the…

Read More...

Winter Safety Checklist for Seniors: 7 Essentials Every Caregiver Should Know

As temperatures drop and snow begins to fall, winter presents unique challenges for older adults. For seniors aging in place or living with limited mobility, icy conditions and colder weather can increase the risk of accidents, illness, and isolation. Caregivers play a crucial role in ensuring older adults stay safe,…

Read More...

What’s the Best Way to Ask Neighbors to Check on Seniors?

As seniors increasingly age in place, many do so without nearby family to regularly check in. Whether you’re a concerned relative, a caregiver, or a community professional, you may find yourself asking, what’s the best way to ask neighbors to check on seniors? The conversation may not be easy to…

Read More...

Safety Training Seminars Review 2025

Safety training has benefits in all workplaces; however, it is particularly beneficial in health and senior care settings. This is because it can literally save lives, ensuring that staff and personnel possess the relevant skills to support those in their care in a variety of scenarios.  Furthermore, many qualifications relating…

Read More...

7 Facility Management Tips for Caregivers Supporting Aging-in-Place

Caregivers want the older adults they care for to feel safe and comfortable at home or in an independent living community. But small details in a house can make daily life easier or much harder for seniors who value their independence. And that’s where eldercare facility staff come into play….

Read More...

Is Online Shopping Safe for Seniors? Yes—If You Know These Simple Secrets

Online shopping might feel like it’s designed for the younger crowd, but that’s not true anymore. In fact, more and more seniors are finding that it’s one of the easiest and most comfortable ways to shop. You don’t need to drive anywhere. There’s no waiting in long checkout lines. And…

Read More...

Senior Home Safety Checklist for Family Caregivers

Creating a safe and comfortable home environment for seniors helps them maintain independence and promotes their well-being. Whether care is in a private residence or a senior living community, minimizing hazards supports safety and confidence in daily routines. This senior home safety checklist for family caregivers outlines practical steps to…

Read More...

Understanding and Defending Your Privacy Rights in Residential Care

When moving into a care home, privacy is often one of the first concerns for residents and their families. As a resident in a care home, you have the legal right to privacy, especially when it comes to your communications, belongings, and living space. However, because you are in a…

Read More...

Helping the Elderly Age in Place and Stay Healthy—What Really Works?

What if the best place for seniors to thrive isn’t a facility, but the familiar surroundings of their own home? As more Americans choose to age in place, the conversation is shifting from “Where should they go?” to “How can we help them stay?” Aging in place—when done right—offers seniors…

Read More...