Independent living communities are one option for older adults after they've retired. Several types of senior housing are available, but retirement communities provide the ideal environment for those looking for independent living without a lot of the stress of living alone. In addition, most retirement communities include maintenance, housekeeping, dining opportunities, and other services [...]
There are few things more enjoyable for someone with dementia than a curated fun and relaxing activity. Whether you're visiting a beloved older adult in an assisted living facility or they're coming over to your home, these Easter crafts for seniors with dementia are guaranteed to put a smile on their (and your!) face. Why [...]
There are many factors to consider when starting the process of looking into retirement communities, and one of the most common questions older adults ponder is, “When is the right time to move to a CCRC?” There are many factors that go into answering this question, and it may be different for each individual. Continue [...]
Moving to an independent living community has many benefits for older adults. For one thing, you'll never have to shovel another driveway or worry about replacing a leaking roof again. You'll also get to enjoy a wide range of amenities designed to make life more comfortable. At Riddle Village, we offer a full complement of [...]
Daylight Savings Time comes around twice every year, and every time it takes our bodies time to adjust. While an hour may not seem like much to gain or lose, we certainly feel this change for the few days following Daylight Savings. Changes in daylight can affect our sleeping patterns, energy levels, and motivation, all [...]
From a young age, most of us are encouraged to start saving for retirement. But what happens once those days actually arrive? It's normal to feel lost and confused with all the new free time. However, being retired doesn't mean you have to be bored. Here are a few entertaining things you can do during [...]
The winter months are known for being harsh on the skin at any age. Strong, cold wind and low humidity outside can decrease the moisture in your skin. With cold temperatures outside, it’s common to turn the heat up inside which can also dry out your skin. As we age, our skin becomes thinner, and [...]
COVID-19 has certainly changed our day-to-day lives, and while it is easy to focus on the hardships and sacrifices, we have each had to make, we wanted to take this time to look back at the bright moments of this year. The entire Riddle Village community came together, embraced the challenges, and was able to [...]
Crafting is an engaging and fun way to spend your free time as an older adult. The result isn't just great gifts for beloved family members; getting into craft projects comes with an array of health benefits, too. Being hands-on with your favorite Christmas crafts is a great way to keep the mind agile, strengthen [...]
The holiday season is all about laughter, joy and spending time with friends and family. It doesn't matter what age you are — you're never too old to participate in holiday festivities. At Riddle Village, we make our senior living community as festive as possible during the winter by planning holiday activities for seniors. Here [...]
