As we approach the end of the year, many are full of holiday cheer, merriment, and a little extra joyful spirit. It is a time that a lot of people will connect with family, loved ones, or friends. But the holidays can also be a difficult time, and can even bring up feelings of loneliness or isolation. A survey from AARP done in 2017 found that roughly 31% of adults had experienced feelings of loneliness during the holiday season.
Come Home for the Holidays to Pacifica Senior Living
Dec 11, 2023 1:59:01 PM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Holidays, Health and Wellness
8 Exercises for Arthritis Pain
Jul 12, 2023 4:03:14 PM / by Pacifica Senior Living posted in Health and Wellness
When you have an arthritic flare up, or you’re feeling stiff and in pain, exercising may be the last thing on your mind. But keeping your joints moving and staying active is one of the best ways to help arthritis pain and stay healthy. Stick to low-impact exercises and low-intensity activities that are joint friendly to help stave off arthritis symptoms like joint pain and stiffness.
Senior Living Nurses: Celebrating the Vital Role of our Nurses
May 4, 2023 10:06:35 AM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Health and Wellness
The nurses in senior living communities, from assisted living to memory care communities, Independent living or Skilled nursing facilities, play a key role in establishing the comfort, care, and support our residents need to thrive.
Assisted Living communities aim to offer a balance between independence and care, offering support to residents with the Activities of Daily Living, such as dressing, toileting, grooming, and getting around, as well as nursing support, to ensure the very best quality of life.
Can Reading Prevent Alzheimers? 8 Benefits of Reading for Seniors
Apr 28, 2023 1:42:25 PM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Health and Wellness
Reading is a wonderful pastime that can have a wide range of benefits for both intellectual and emotional health. Between learning about new information with nonfiction books or escaping to new worlds with adventurous fantasy novels, there are so many benefits to diving into a good book.
Why is Laughing Good For You?
Mar 31, 2023 2:27:09 PM / by Pacifica Senior Living posted in Health and Wellness
Why do we share jokes with each other? Play games, make silly faces, or play silly games? Because fun is good for the soul. And as it turns out, laughter can have other benefits too.
Laughing can help to boost moods, but is also known to help reduce stress and can have positive physical effects as well.
Pet Therapy: How Animals Can Help Seniors Thrive
Mar 22, 2023 11:58:55 AM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Health and Wellness
Animals play an amazing and important role in our lives. From working animals to household pets, therapy dogs, or farm animals, connecting with animals can have a profound impact on people. Pets, and animals in general, can bring out the best in us.
Pet and animal assisted therapy has many benefits, especially for older adults. Animal interactions provide a sense of unconditional love, tactile connections, and mental stimulation to seniors and residents of Senior Living communities.
Benefits of Nature: How Time Outside Can Help Your Mind, Body, & Soul
Mar 17, 2023 11:37:27 AM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Health and Wellness
With spring just around the corner, there is no better time to get outside. Being in nature and enjoying time outside has so many benefits for physical and mental health - especially for older adults and seniors.
Outdoor spaces have the power to help improve health and overall psychological wellbeing, can bring a sense of connectedness, and boost both mood and cognitive ability. Overall, spending time in nature can have a profound and positive effect on a number of aspects of our lives, so getting out in the natural world is an important part of our daily lives and routines.
7 Tips For Heart Health As You Age
Feb 2, 2023 3:53:29 PM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Health and Wellness
Seniors and older adults who are 65 or older have a higher risk of stroke, heart attack, or coronary heart disease. Roughly 85.6 million adults in the United States have been diagnosed with heart disease, and roughly half of that number is over 60. This includes heart problems such as heart failure, coronary artery disease, or other heart problems.
In fact, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. The good news is that more often than not, it is also preventable. February is American Heart Month, and its aim is to promote Heart and Vascular health awareness. By raising awareness, heart month aims to educate others about cardiovascular disease risks, and help to stop preventable complications.
Expert Series: Understanding the 7 Dimensions of Wellness
Dec 15, 2022 2:37:35 PM / by Pacifica Senior Living posted in Health and Wellness
Living a full life is all about experiencing a sense of purpose and engagement. For most of us, this sense of fulfillment comes from a variety of sources, and learning to properly balance each of them leads to a full, well-rounded life. Research supports the importance of having healthy connections within a variety of wellness areas in order to live a full and balanced lifestyle physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Flu Prevention: What You Need to Know this Season
Nov 3, 2022 11:29:43 AM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Health and Wellness
The flu is a relatively common virus that affects most people at some point in their life. Though unpleasant, the flu may seem of minimal concern to the general public, but it can be dangerous - especially for older adults. Those 65 years of age and above experience a much higher risk of flu-related complications including worsening health conditions, hospitalizations, or fatalities. Knowing how to protect yourself against the flu will help you reduce the risks of catching the flu, and help to prevent flu complications by educating yourself about the signs associated with this virus.