Winter Challenges for Those in Hospice and How Loved Ones Can Help
Health & Wellness
It's never easy for a loved one to go into hospice. They may have a serious illness or condition that makes the entire circumstance upsetting or emotional.
Health & Wellness
5 Tips for Talking About Dying With Your Loved Ones
Health & Wellness
For many people, death and dying are taboo subjects. They aren't discussed openly around the dinner table, and when someone is in a position of dying, it can be isolating because of the perceived taboo. Whether you're considering hospice for yourself or a loved one or just planning ahead for the future, though, being able to talk about dying with your loved ones can be important.
8 Signs of Caregiver Burnout
Health & Wellness
Becoming a primary caregiver for your aging parent or other older adult loved one is an honorable choice, and it can be one with many benefits. This can be a time in your life when you're able to give back to someone who has always cared for you, and you may find that you can become closer or remain closer to a loved one, even as your relationship evolves.
DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub: The Exciting New World of Food Delivery Apps
Community Life & Activities
Got a craving for chow mein, tacos, lasagna or a juicy steak? You no longer have to head to a restaurant to enjoy your favorite foods. Food delivery apps make it possible to enjoy takeout from your favorite fast food, casual and fine dining restaurants without having to leave home. With more residents of the independent living communities under the Bethesda Senior Living Communities umbrella discovering the delicious benefits of these apps, we want to introduce them to everyone. Read on to learn more about food delivery apps and get some handy tips on how to use them.
The Link Between Memory and Emotions — and Why It’s Important for Older Adults
Health & Wellness
National or global moments that strike the emotions also breed shared memories. It's not that everyone has the same memory but that people commonly recall with each other their memories of a shared event.
Why The News Is So Depressing: How Modern Media Affects Your State of Mind
Community Life & Activities
If you feel anxious after hearing about current events, rest assured you're not alone. Many people experience stress when faced with a constant barrage of headlines about topics such as war, climate change, social injustice and health crises.
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