As we grow older and our bodies age, we might find ourselves slowing down and less active than we once were. Millions of Americans face this reality every day, which is why Tealwood Senior Living is dedicated to helping seniors maintain their independence and keep activity levels up while providing them any medical support they […]
How Seniors Can Keep Their Nutrition Levels Healthy
Growing older, we may find we don’t have the energy we need to perform tasks that we love and enjoy. However, while it is natural for us to turn away from some activities and favor new ones, we should never become too tired to maintain a balanced diet. Here are just a few ways seniors […]
5 Ways Community Living Helps Seniors
Being independent and free is a value that we all cherish, but whether it’s because of new-age or we’re just looking for a change of scenery, many of us begin to look into the benefits of living with others. Tealwood Senior Living is founded on community support and positive senior experiences, and we pride ourselves […]
Top 5 Physical Activities Designed for Seniors
Dancing Whether it’s salsa, ballroom, jazz, or any other genre, dancing to your favorite music is an excellent way to stay in shape, as it combines endurance, cardio, and flexibility exercises into one routine. Millions of Americans are engaged in dancing as an exercise every year, and our passionate staff and caregivers are more than […]
The Importance of Taking Medications as Prescribed
Seniors’ healthcare is a complex industry with many different methods of treatment for elderly patients who have certain needs or illnesses. If a person is suffering from an injury or is feeling unwell, doctors can recommend anything from specific exercises, seeing a specialist, having surgery, or most commonly, prescribing a specific medication to treat the […]
The Importance of Visiting Family Members in Senior Living Communities
Moving a loved one into a senior living home is never an easy decision, so it’s important that you make a significant effort to help them feel at home by visiting them frequently. As they adjust to a new routine with different surroundings, they will look forward to the days that they get to see […]
How to Communicate with Non-Verbal Seniors
Communicating with a loved one who is unable to use verbal communication can seem incredibly challenging. No matter what is preventing their communication, the fact is that it has changed the way that we deliver information to them and the way that they receive it. Read more to see how you can communicate with the […]
How to Support Someone Moving into a Senior Community
A decision to move into a senior community is not a small one. Moving is always difficult and it can be made especially challenging because of all the complex emotions that often accompany a move made later in life. Fortunately, there are plenty of things that you can do to make this transition smooth and […]
Caregiver Burnout and How Assisted Living Can Help
Our parents cared for and loved us for years during our childhood. As they grow older, we are often tasked with caring for them in return. This can be a challenge to balance their care with our lifestyles and can sometimes result in caregiver burnout. Assisted living can help alleviate that burnout and allow you […]
The Best Midwest Destinations to Visit with Seniors
It’s been said that traveling is the only thing we can buy that actually makes us richer and that’s still true for seniors. Traveling is a great way to keep seniors’ minds and bodies active. It can also increase confidence as senior travelers are able to overcome fears and get out of their comfort zone. […]
