Senior Living News

Heat, Humidity and Hydration: What Seniors Should Know for the Summer

While the hot weather in Frisco, TX, is dangerous for any age group, seniors are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. Many factors, including health issues and medications, make it difficult for their bodies to regulate temperature.

Max Your Morning: Tips for Starting Each Day With Calm Energy

The way each morning starts shapes what follows, so when the pace of life slows a bit in retirement, those first moments can become even more meaningful to overall well-being. When you wake up calm with a sense of purpose rather than rushing into the day without direction, it creates a comfortable vibe that enlivens your spirits, provides direction and helps you feel grounded and present.

7 Free or Low-Cost Entertainment Options for Older Adults

Having fun doesn't have to break the bank or be one-size-fits-all. Here in Frisco, TX, there are numerous free and low-cost entertainment options for older adults to explore. We've collected seven of our favorites to help you discover new ways to engage with your community and friends today.

What Is Informed Delivery? A Guide for Older Adults

Getting a birthday card from a loved one or a letter from a long-distance friend in the mail can brighten your day and help you feel more connected to the community and those around you. Your mail also brings needed information, such as Medicare updates or banking statements. If you're worried that you might miss something important in the mail or your mail is often late or gets delivered to your neighbors, the United States Postal Service has a tool that can help: Informed Delivery.

Tips for Managing Chronic Pain While Living Out a Vibrant Retirement

Chronic pain, which is defined as consistent or recurring pain lasting 3 months or longer, is a common complaint for older adults. According to data published by the National Library of Medicine, between 21% and 75% of older adults report chronic lower back pain. Other persistent pain in older adults includes upper back or neck pain, musculoskeletal pain, joint pain and pain related to peripheral neuropathy.

Tips for Managing Chronic Pain While Living Out a Vibrant Retirement

Chronic pain, which is defined as consistent or recurring pain lasting 3 months or longer, is a common complaint for older adults. According to data published by the National Library of Medicine, between 21% and 75% of older adults report chronic lower back pain. Other persistent pain in older adults includes upper back or neck pain, musculoskeletal pain, joint pain and pain related to peripheral neuropathy.

What Does 'Healthy Coping Mechanism' Mean and How Can Older Adults Develop Them?

In life, you face a wide range of experiences — some positive and others not so positive. Older adults might deal with changes in their living arrangements, the loss of loved ones and friends, disease diagnoses and tight budgets, all of which can be challenging to handle. Healthy coping mechanisms make it easier to navigate those situations to keep them from negatively impacting your overall mental and physical health.