Brookdale Blogs

April 20, 2021

The Upside To Downsizing Your Life

Downsizing can be an emotional experience. Letting go of a home built with memories is a process. Where do you start? We’re here to help you find the upside to downsizing.

April 16, 2021

How to Make Your Apartment Feel Like Home, According to Brookdale Residents

Moving isn’t always the easiest thing to do. What do you pack? What don’t you need to bring? How do you make it feel like home? We asked a few of our residents for advice on moving into a senior living apartment.

April 12, 2021

10 Top Tips for Seniors Using Smart Home Assistants

Smart home devices are becoming ubiquitous in homes across America, and it may seem like there’s nothing they can’t do. Here are our top 10 tips for seniors who want to make a smart assistant the latest and greatest addition to their household.

April 08, 2021

How Senior Living Has Evolved Over the Years

Today, modern senior living may seem commonplace, but it’s actually a fairly recent development in senior care. Let’s take a look at the journey from 19th-century almshouses to today’s senior living communities.

Health, Safety and Wellness

April 07, 2021

Oral Care Tips for Seniors

Oral hygiene is important for all ages. But while certain conditions may become more prevalent in older adults, they can be managed or even prevented with good dental care.

April 05, 2021

Age Is Just a Number: Joe Stockinger

For 90-year-old Joe Stockinger, lifting 400 pounds is no sweat. This senior powerlifter from Pincher Creek, Alberta, holds several world records for his age group—and he’s working on his next record-breaking lift right now.

COVID-19, Health, Safety and Wellness

April 02, 2021

Preventative Measures We’re Taking to Continue to Help Combat COVID-19

Brookdale Senior Living communities have well-established communicable disease outbreak protocols, but in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we implemented additional precautionary measures. How have those measures evolved?

Health, Safety and Wellness

April 01, 2021

Everyday Ways to Help Boost Your Memory

We all know the feeling of misplacing car keys, forgetting someone’s name or asking ourselves, “What was the last Netflix show I watched?” Here are some daily activities that may have a positive impact on your memory.

March 31, 2021

5 Ways to Help Ease the Transition to Senior Living

The transition to a senior living community can be an emotional roller coaster for both you and the new resident. What might help ease the butterflies in your stomach? Being proactive about helping your loved one settle into their new home!

COVID-19, Health, Safety and Wellness

March 25, 2021

COVID-19 Recovery: Resident Life

Social connection is a crucial part of life in a Brookdale community. We've begun to resume visits, communal activities and other opportunities for in-person connections wherever possible. Here’s what resident life is beginning to look like in many of our communities.

COVID-19, Health, Safety and Wellness

March 23, 2021

COVID-19 Recovery: Immunity Bubbles

More than 128 million doses and counting of a COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the U.S. Life after the vaccine is becoming a reality for many people. But will your day-to-day habits truly change much?

Health, Safety and Wellness

March 18, 2021

How to Read Nutritional Supplement Labels

Confused about nutritional supplements? To help consumers make more informed choices, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has created guidelines for labelling some of the dietary supplements your doctor or dietitian might recommend.

March 15, 2021

8 Romance Reads that Will Sweep You Off Your Feet

If you loved Netflix’s Bridgerton series and are looking for more romance in your life, we’ve got you covered. Whether you enjoy contemporary page-turners or classic love stories, check out these eight romance books that are sure to sweep you off your feet.

COVID-19, Health, Safety and Wellness

March 11, 2021

COVID-19 Recovery: Touring and Moving In

Good news! Our communities are open for scheduled visits, subject to local and state regulatory guidance, and we would love to give you a taste of the lifestyle our residents experience every day.

Health, Safety and Wellness

March 08, 2021

5 Hobbies That Are Also Good For Your Health

If you’re looking for a new way to relax in your free time, here are some suggestions that not only pass the time productively, they could potentially have a positive impact on your health.

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