Interview With Nutritionist Alexandria Hardy, Part 1
Read part 2 of her interview here. Can you tell us a little bit about your background and how you got to where you are? “I have been a registered dietician for about 15 years now, and I have had the privilege of getting to work in a number of different settings. My first job…
Meal Prep For Older Adults
As we age, eating healthily becomes more important than ever. There’s a wide variety of benefits to a balanced, nutritious diet, including cardiovascular health, reduced blood pressure, a healthy weight, more energy and much more. And in some cases, like with the Mediterranean Diet, you can actually protect and improve cognitive function with the food…
Holiday Fun at Prestige!
The holidays are our favorite time of year here at Prestige Senior Living – in fact, it’s a real Claus for excitement! Forget having a Silent Night, our team members absolutely sleigh as they go all out to bring the joy of the season to our residents and their families. Here’s just a sample of…
Helping Older Adults With Holiday Blues
Note: This blog is about sadness or loneliness around the holidays. If you or a loved is, or might be, dealing with serious depression or another significant mental health concern, we encourage you to talk to your medical provider or call the National Mental Health Hotline at 866-903-3787. For many people, the holidays can be…
The Mental Health Benefits of Pets For Older Adults
There are many things older adults can do to help with mental health: exercise, staying social, volunteering. Another item on that list: owning a pet. Pets, most notably cats and dogs, can have a wide range of positive impacts on the lives of older adults, and have been shown to bring joy and meaning to…
The Benefits of Respite Stays
Before buying a car, you can take it for a test drive. Before ordering a bottle of wine at a restaurant, they pour a mouthful to sample. Before settling in for a movie, you can watch the trailer. There are many purchases big and small you get to test out before making the decision. What…
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Celebrations Our Assisted Living residents enjoy our cutting-edge wellness program Celebrations, which is based on six wellness categories that are designed to nurture body, mind, and spirit; giving you the choices and freedom to celebrate life. With Celebrations, you have the tools to explore a host of exhilarating new activities to achieve a healthy and…
Healthy Aging And Caregivers
Download Prestige Senior Living’s free Guide to Healthy Aging. If you’re caring for a parent or aging loved one, you’re likely looking for ways to help them stay healthy. But in doing so, are you considering all aspects of healthy aging? When most people consider healthy aging, they think of physical activity, and that’s a…
Dementia And Healthy Aging
When it comes to healthy aging, many people think of physical health first. But healthy aging also encompasses cognitive, mental and even social health. All four elements have to be in harmony for someone to truly enjoy healthy aging. That goes for those living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Though the method for helping someone…
Prioritizing Mental Health For Caregivers
As a parent or loved one ages, taking on the role of caregiver can add stress to an already busy life. On top of managing their own family, household and job, many people struggle with the added responsibilities that can come with caring for a parent or loved one. It can be especially difficult for…
Mental Health and Older Adults
We live in an era where people talk openly about mental health more than ever before. And yet, according to Mental Health America, 68% of older adults know little or nothing about depression. It’s a staggering number that’s particularly troubling as seniors are prone to a variety of factors unique to their demographic that can…
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