Posts Tagged ‘Bridgeway Senior Living’
How Your Thyroid Affects Everything
The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland in the neck. Most people don’t even know it exists, let alone what it does. But in truth, this small gland is a hormone factory that powers your entire body. When the thyroid doesn’t work right, you feel the effects in every area and function of your body.…
Read MoreKitchen Safety Tips for Seniors
Cooking brings family and friends together, and sharing meals is a great way to socialize. For that reason, kitchen safety is a popular topic for all ages. Given the amount of time we spend in our kitchens, it’s important to take safety into account. For seniors who live independently and prepare their own meals, kitchen…
Read MoreTop 5 Podcasts for Seniors
Podcasts are like radio shows, just better. A combination of the word pod and broadcast, podcasts are audio talks you can download from the internet to listen to at your convenience. People enjoy listening to podcasts when commuting to work, working out, cooking dinner, or relaxing with a drink. There are an enormous range of…
Read More3 Ways to Manage your Chronic Pain
You may think it’s normal to be in constant pain or discomfort when you’re old. Think again. Chronic pain does not have to be a normal part of aging. While it is a common age-related ailments, you have several options for effective pain relief. Elderly people should not have to suffer unnecessarily from intense pain. However,…
Read MoreDo You Believe These Medicare Myths?
Medicare is government-administered healthcare for seniors age 65 and older, and certain adults with disabilities. An estimated 44 million Americans are on Medicare today, and that’s expected to rise to 79 million by year 2030. Medicare is a great program that provides seamless healthcare to our most vulnerable population: the elderly and disabled. But like…
Read MoreHow to Decorate Your Assisted Living Studio
If you are planning a move to Bridgeway Senior Living, or you recently moved in, you probably have some style choices to make. Your new room is basically a plain box, waiting for you to stamp your own style onto it. You can either decorate the space in the same style as the home you’ve…
Read More5 Ways to Improve Your Balance and Prevent Falls
Falling is the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries among seniors, according to the CDC. Since we lose bone mass as we age, a fall is more likely to result in a fracture or other serious injury. Aging bones also heal slower, leaving more room for complications. A serious fall can result in an…
Read MoreYour New Medicare Card is in the Mail!
In a blog post back in February, we told you that CMS will be sending out replacement cards to enhance your security. Instead of your Social Security number also serving as your Medicare ID number, you will now have a randomly generated ID number. This will protect your social security number from falling into the…
Read MoreWhen You Need to Parent Your Parent
You’ll feel a range of emotions when your elderly parents become dependent on you. Compassion, concern, resentment, and guilt chase each other in a never-ending cycle as you do your best for the man or woman who brought you into this world and raised you. Many adults who care for their elderly parents feel they’ve…
Read MoreBest Apps for Diabetes Care
At Bridgeway Senior Living we love hearing about new advancements in diabetes care. Type 2 diabetes is increasingly common among seniors. If diabetics don’t control their blood sugar, they become at risk of serious complications. With all the technological advancements of recent years, the right lifestyle choices—eating the right foods, exercising, and maintaining a healthy…
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