Bridgeway Senior Living
Know the Health Risks of Aging in Place—and the Alternatives
Aging in place is when seniors live in their own homes as long as possible. Many seniors want to age in place, and in fact, an AARP survey has found that up to 80 percent of seniors want to age at home instead of in a long term care. It does sound nice, as long…
Read MoreVolunteering Provides Big Benefits for Seniors
Volunteering is an enormously fulfilling way for retired seniors to spend their time, but did you know it also provides great health benefits? There are many forms of volunteering, including: Helping at soup kitchens or homeless shelters Sorting donated clothing Visiting home bound or sick individuals Helping at animal shelters Reading books to children at…
Read MoreHow to Reduce Loneliness in Seniors During the Holiday Season
November is almost over, Thanksgiving is past, and we’re deep into holiday season now. From the chilly weather to the holiday decorations, you can feel the excitement of the holidays drawing near. Unfortunately, many seniors in assisted living communities and other long-term care facilities feel lonelier than ever at this time of year. Precisely during…
Read MoreGiving Tuesday
Every day is for gratitude, and every day is for giving. But just like we dedicate a day to thankfulness every year, we can also celebrate an annual day of charitable giving. That’s what Giving Tuesday is all about. The international day of giving comes on the heels of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, days…
Read MoreHappy Thanksgiving from Bridgeway Senior Living
We at Bridgeway Senior Living wish our residents a very happy Thanksgiving holiday, and a wonderful holiday season. Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on all we have to be thankful for in our lives. It’s important to practice gratitude every day—it’s scientifically proven that feeling gratitude on a regular basis greatly adds to our…
Read MoreAntibiotic Resistance: Why It’s a Problem
What’s one of the greatest threats to global health, food security, and development today? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it’s antibiotic resistance. Since their discovery in 1928, antibiotics have been a crucial part of health care. Conservative estimations have the life-saving effect of penicillin, the first antibiotic, at up to 200 million lives.…
Read MoreHealth Awareness is Hot in November
What are National Health Observances? There are many health conditions that touch millions of Americans every year. During National Health Observances, we dedicate specific days, weeks, or months to raise awareness about important health topics and bring them into the public discourse. Every month has a range of different health observances, and we talk about…
Read MoreFalling Back—Winter is Coming
At 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 4, the time will revert to 1:00 a.m., giving us all an extra hour to snooze this weekend. Ending Daylight Saving Time signals winter’s rapid approach. Sunset is much earlier, and long, cozy evenings stretch ahead of us. There’s a crispness in the air, the leaves are ankle-deep along…
Read MoreAre Liver Spots Dangerous?
By the time you’ve reached old age, you’ve seen a thing or two in your lifetime. You probably also have one or more badges of honor—that is, liver spots. Liver spots, or age spots, are tan or brownish marks that appear on the skin as a result of sun exposure. Since it’s the sun that…
Read MoreYour Breathing Matters
This week is Respiratory Care Week, celebrated by the American Association for Respiratory Care. The special week was set up to honor respiratory therapists and the important work they do. What is Respiratory Therapy? Respiratory therapy is the assessment and treatment of patients with breathing disorders or difficulties. Respiratory therapists perform a range of treatments,…
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