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Pets enrich our lives and make us feel better. In fact,  a scientific study shows that it only takes fifteen minutes of petting or playing with a pet to set off a chemical chain reaction that lowers cortisol, a stress hormone, and increases serotonin, a feel-good hormone. Surprisingly, you don’t even have to touch a… Continue reading The Benefits of Pet Therapy in
Assisted Living Communities

Listen to an audio version of this article Moving to a senior living community is a big step, so it’s natural to feel nervous. You might worry about having to downsize, for example, or feel anxious about leaving your familiar surroundings to live in a new environment. While moving can be stressful, it can also… Continue reading Making the Move to a Senior Living Community

Despite being the most populous city in the United States, New York City is filled with lots of beautiful green spaces set aside, nurtured and protected for us to enjoy. In fact, New York City has 28,000 acres of municipal parkland. Let’s look at a handful of the 100s of parks you can enjoy in… Continue reading 5 New York City Parks to Explore

Dining out is a treat. It gives you a break from every day, ordinary life – no planning, no cooking and no dishes. Just sitting down to enjoy yourself, those with which you are dining and a delicious meal. Additionally, for many older adults, dining out is a wonderful opportunity to get out of the… Continue reading Dining Out When Your Family Member Has Alzheimer’s

Is your house getting too big for you? Are the rising costs of maintaining a house getting you down? It may be time to consider downsizing your living space but upsizing your quality of living. While more than 70 percent of Americans ages 50 and older want to “age in place,” according to AARP statistics,… Continue reading Downsizing Tips for Older Adults

New York City is known around the world for its exceptional arts and cultural offerings. From history to science to art, museums of every stripe play a significant role in the city’s reputation as a haven for knowledge-seekers. On Staten Island, you’ll find a fascinating array of museums. Here are a few of our favorites… Continue reading Explore These Museums Around Staten Island

There are many things to consider when deciding whether to move to an assisted living community, including the size and floor plan of your living space, proximity of your new home to friends and family, and all the new hobbies you can enjoy with your newfound freedom. One of the biggest considerations you may face… Continue reading Paying for Assisted Living: What You Need to Know

When there’s a chill in the air, you may find yourself staying inside to avoid the frigid winter weather. There’s no reason to twiddle your thumbs and wonder what to do. This is a great opportunity to get a little exercise. Although you could do a few jumping jacks to get warm, and physical exercise… Continue reading Increase Your Brain Power this Winter with These Exercises

The holidays provide an opportunity for adult children, who may live out of town, to see their aging parents in their “natural habitat.” This gives adult children a chance to assess their parents’ health and well-being, evaluate their quality of life and determine whether their parents are able to care for themselves. Parent Assessment over… Continue reading Holiday Visits: What to Watch for in Aging Parents

High blood pressure, also referred to as hypertension, has been dubbed the “silent killer” because there are usually no warning signs or symptoms. Blood pressure normally rises and falls throughout the day; however, if it remains high for extended periods of time, it can lead to serious health issues such as stroke, heart disease and… Continue reading 10 Foods to Lower Your Blood Pressure