Senior Living Blogs

The Benefits of Gratitude: Three Tips for Developing Gratitude While Enjoying Life in an Assisted Living Community

The Benefits of Gratitude: Three Tips for Developing Gratitude While Enjoying Life in an Assisted Living Community

Faith

"Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. If you are new to assisted living and have been feeling less than grateful, it's important to consider taking a new perspective. Gratitude can change the way you feel and be a real gift for yourself and your community.

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5 Tips for Maintaining the Mobility You Still Have

5 Tips for Maintaining the Mobility You Still Have

Assisted Living

When planning a move into an assisted living community, you may be worried about mobility. Right now, your mobility may be good, but if it's started to get harder to do the things you love, now's the time to start looking into ways to maintain the mobility you have.

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How You Can Still Support Your Grown Children and Grandchildren

How You Can Still Support Your Grown Children and Grandchildren

Family & Caregiving

When you live in a senior living community, that doesn't mean you want to be separated from your family. In many ways, you may still be able to do the things you always could — you might just need a little extra assistance.

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Scenes From the Gospel: A Closer Look at Simon Peter

Scenes From the Gospel: A Closer Look at Simon Peter

Faith

At Bethesda Senior Living Communities, we encourage residents to continue practicing their faith and learning about the origin of their most sacred religious principles. Aside from Jesus, Simon Peter is one of the most prominent figures in the four gospels of the New Testament. Here's what we know about Peter and his journey from simple fisherman to leader of the 12 disciples.

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Boredom: Everyone’s Worst Enemy

Boredom: Everyone’s Worst Enemy

Community Life & Activities

Everyone has experienced it — the feeling that there’s nothing to do, no one to see. Nothing grabs your attention, and you feel frustrated by the emptiness. That’s right, we’re talking about boredom. While small bouts of boredom are inevitable from time to time, it’s not a feeling you want to sit with too long. Luckily, there are several easy ways to battle boredom even before it strikes.

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DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub: The Exciting New World of Food Delivery Apps

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.

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