Senior Living News

Tips for Celebrating Birthdays and Other Big Days With a Loved One Who Has Dementia

Birthdays and other major events often change when a loved one is diagnosed with dementia. While it could be tempting to skip those celebrations if your loved one doesn't remember them, it's still important to recognize those days. Your loved one is still capable of having meaningful experiences, so use these tips to plan the major milestones in your loved one's life.

A Senior's Guide to TikTok

Whether you have TikTok as an app on your phone or not, the chances are good that you've been exposed to it through the sharing of videos on chat apps or other social media platforms. This wildly popular social media platform is becoming increasingly popular among seniors, and studies show that more than 60% of older adults use TikTok daily. For assisted living seniors with an interest in exploring the app, your stay at Bethesda Gardens Thornton includes Wi-Fi, letting you connect to this app and others.

Small Dining Spaces: 7 Tips for Making the Most of Your Table

Creating a cozy dining space allows you to enjoy home-cooked meals and snacks in the comfort of your assisted living apartment. At Bethesda Gardens Thornton, residents enjoy floor plans with kitchenettes for flexible meal options in addition to the restaurant-style dining available as part of the amenities and services. Use these tips to set up your small dining room area in your apartment.

Are There Any Foods That Help Support Cognitive Function?

Good eating habits are well known to benefit health. Fruits, vegetables and grains can help control weight, lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of developing heart disease. However, research suggests a healthy diet may also be one key to enhancing brain health and potentially preventing Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

7 Skin Care Tips for Seniors

Having healthy skin can help you look and feel your best at any age, and proper skin care can support skin health as you grow older. To help you prioritize your skin health, check out these skin care tips from our team here at Bethesda Gardens Thornton.

Navigating Conflict With Grace and Compassion

Conflict happens in every relationship at some point. No matter how well you get along, you're bound to eventually have a difference in opinion or want different things. Learning how to navigate those situations with grace and compassion can help you maintain healthy relationships with your friends and loved ones. It can help you come to an agreement and avoid long-term damage. Here are some ways to handle conflict with grace and compassion.

7 Senior-Friendly Travel Destinations

At Bethesda Gardens in Thornton, Colorado, we encourage seniors to stay as active as possible. Regular movement helps you stay limber and may stave off some of the cognitive effects of aging. Fortunately, you don't have to spend your days walking on the treadmill or swimming laps. You can get plenty of exercise while visiting museums, boutiques and historical landmarks. Next time you travel, head for one of these senior-friendly destinations.

6 Mobile Games to Keep Your Mind Sharp

We all know the importance of physical exercise to maintain good health, but what about your brain? While there's significant evidence that brain training can help prevent cognitive decline and improve your thinking skills as you get older, accessing traditional treatment isn't always straightforward.

Probiotics for Older Adults: What Are They and Why Do You Want Them?

Growing older usually means you grow in wisdom and experience while enjoying the benefits of a slower-paced life in North Denver, Colorado. But aging also means you may face unique health challenges that go beyond the basics of eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly and having routine medical checkups. Gut health plays a big role in your quality of life, and probiotics can be a game-changer when you need some extra help with digestion.

Television Streaming Services for Older Adults: A Guide and Review

With the rise of the internet, there are more ways to watch TV than cable and satellite. Television streaming now makes it possible to watch thousands of shows on demand. To get you started with the world of streaming, our team here at Bethesda Gardens Thornton senior living community in Thornton, CO, created this guide to some of the top services.