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A Brookdale Resident's Passion for Painting
Mary Nell has been painting for the majority of her life. And she's brought her skill, knowledge, and passion for this art to her Brookdale community.
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5 Iconic Performers Who Remind Us Age Is Just a Number
To inspire your own later-in-life achievements, we’re sharing a few of our favorite stars who achieved or maintained their legendary status as seniors.
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Brookdale Residents Look to the Stars
Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens sure knows how to knock a community party out of this world!
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Five Plants That Love Being Outside Year-Round
Houseplants are awesome. But plants that spruce up your outdoor living spaces need their time in the sun, too. Here are some of our favorites that’ll thrive throughout the seasons.
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Are You Ageist? The Answer May Surprise You
May is National Older Americans Month, a time to honor the contributions of American seniors. In honor of our nation’s seniors, this month I am asking you to look within yourself and ask the question “Am I Ageist?” The answer might surprise you.
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What Is Optimum Life?
As a nurse in senior living, I am frequently asked what our residents’ lives are like. There’s still an outdated stigma that senior living communities are lined with wheelchairs occupied by hazy elders parked in front of TVs. But we pride ourselves on nurturing every aspect of our residents’ lives and wellness.
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Verna Hits the Road: A Love Story
Spending time together and making new memories is how we celebrate love. I was reminded of this when I heard the story of Verna von Hofgaarden, a Brookdale resident living with dementia.
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Do You Want to Live to Be 100?
A recent analysis by Dr. Jan Vijg and his team at Albert Einstein College suggests that the upper limit of longevity tops out at around 115 years old.
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Keep a Good Attitude for Healthy Aging
We live in a culture where there are constant negative attitudes about age. Staying positive requires a fair amount of swimming against the tide.
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Tips for Multigenerational Vacations
This time of year many families are vacationing or attending family reunions with multiple generations. Some good planning can help ensure that everyone goes home with only happy memories.
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