Phillip Coury, vice president of Generations Senior Living, says assisted living can actually produce more independence. Q: What is the importance of supporting a sense of independence in seniors and older adults?

“Why don’t you check out a grief support group,” is often offered as a suggestion to people after the loss of a loved one. And it’s not a bad suggestion. Grief and bereavement support groups offer many benefits to participants.

For many seniors, planning end-of-life care decisions often feels frightening and overwhelming. But these discussions don’t have to be stressful, and once you’ve had them, you might be glad you did.

Life has been good to you, but now it’s time to think about what you will leave behind for your loved ones. Have you set clear expectations for your estate? From appointing a single family member to oversee all arrangements to figuring out who gets that set of china, this blog offers helpful tips

When a loved one passes away, it is often difficult to find meaning and hope in the midst of the loss. But for some families, honoring a relative with a memorial fund can help offer a sense of comfort and hope during the grieving process. Not only does it keep the memory of the deceased alive, it

Anyone who has been touched by the disease of Alzheimer’s knows the pain of losing a loved one or family member this way. Nearly 44 million individuals were reported to have Alzheimer’s in 2015, meaning hundreds of thousands of individuals and families are watching a loved one slip away slowly, one

End of life is as much a part of life as birth or graduating high school or getting that first big promotion. Yes, end of life situations can be sad or difficult or even arrive sooner than expected, but we believe that talking openly about one’s wishes for care during those final days is an

For many seniors moving into independent or assisted living, space may be limited, or room layouts may be very different from their former home or living arrangement. It’s important that this new space reflects their own style and sense of home.

Seniors are using technology now more than ever, with many of them ordering medications and supplies, connecting with friends and family via Social Media, or managing their finances online. In fact, according to the Pew Research Center, over half of people over 65 have a smart phone or tablet and