Blog - Page 23 of 25 - Sonida Senior Living

Group of employees distribute turkeys to residents of Senior Living Facility.

2 minute readNov 25, 2020

Happy Thanksgiving from Sonida Senior Living

This Thanksgiving, we are more grateful than ever for all of our staff members and residents. COVID-19 threw a curveball...

Holidays

Seniors use stretch bands for resistance exercises.

5 minute readNov 20, 2020

Eight Reasons Seniors Should Embrace a Move to Assisted Living

Making the transition from a home you may have lived in for 40+ years to an assisted living community can be a...

Senior adults toasting wine glasses at patio lunch.

4 minute readNov 19, 2020

What is Independent Living? Everything You Need to Know.

If you are 55 or older, may need medical assistance in the future and are seeking a carefree, community-oriented lifestyle,...

Nurse dispenses a vial of flu vaccine to disperse to patient.

4 minute readNov 18, 2020

Why the Flu Shot Is More Important Than Ever This Year

The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on the United States population, but especially on some of our most vulnerable—our seniors. Many seniors live in tight-knit communities...

4 minute readJan 13, 2020

Finding Your Ancestral Heritage: What to Know About At-Home DNA Kits

Whether you got an at-home DNA kit as a holiday gift or you just bought one for yourself, here are some things you need to know before beginning your ancestral...

Senior woman holds onto rail bar in a bathroom for safety.

5 minute readDec 21, 2019

National Bath Safety Month: Protect Yourself from Falls in the Bathroom

January is National Bath Safety Month, a time when seniors (and their adult children) can reassess what precautionary measures they take to prevent slips, falls and other...

Senior woman receives gift from younger woman in front of Christmas tree.

8 minute readDec 16, 2019

Signs That Tell You It’s Time to Discuss Senior Living With Your Loved Ones

Holiday celebrations bring us face to face with the reality of time. As your senior loved ones get older, it becomes more likely that they might need help to continue to live...

Senior man looks confused while looking at his computer.

8 minute readNov 14, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions: Here’s What You Want and Need to Know about Senior Living

Are you ready to take the next step in life and become a resident of a senior living community? We know you have many questions about the process. Here are some answers to the...

Dementia

Senior woman dressed in black is embraced by younger man after a funeral.

8 minute readOct 29, 2019

How Seniors Can Cope with Losing a Spouse

Coping with the loss of a spouse is difficult at any age. It’s important to remember that you are not alone. There are ways you can cope, heal, and move forward little by...