September 12-18, 2021 is National Assisted Living Week. This is an important reminder for all of us about the invaluable role that assisted living plays in our lives, communities, and country. What Is Assisted Living Week? ALW was established in 1995 by the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) to help spread awareness about long-term… Read more
For many seniors, the idea of moving into a retirement community conjures up negative emotions. Thoughts of cold, sterile environments, a disturbing lack of privacy, deep loneliness, fear of not being accepted or loss of independence may cause you to feel anxious or fearful. But these are all misconceptions of what modern senior living is… Read more
It is a well-known fact that exercise can benefit people of all ages. Actually, exercise, in combination with stretching and a healthy diet, can improve your flexibility, help you build muscle mass (which naturally decreases as we age) and benefit your mental wellness. Did you know that regular exercise can also help you manage certain chronic conditions,… Read more
Your home is your sanctuary. It supports your lifestyle, meets all your needs, and provides you with joy and satisfaction. At least, it did when you were younger. The truth is as we age, our needs change, and the mundane tasks we do around the house (i.e. cleaning, laundry, and maintenance) start to become harder… Read more
As we age, we experience a greater number of life changes that can affect our health. Whether it is having an “empty nest” for the first time, retirement, the loss of loved ones, or just the physical challenges that can come with aging – it is what we learn from these major life events that is… Read more
Sometimes family members act as caregivers for seniors with health issues. This can be physically and emotionally taxing, especially when working with someone whose condition requires an advanced level of care that you can no longer provide. Caretaker challenges For some, the idea of having to care for the people who raised them and took… Read more
“The greatest fear in life is not death, but unsolicited change.” These words, penned by an unknown, but obviously very wise, author summarize the plight of many seniors who find themselves at a common crossroads. Do we stay in our home, despite the fact that it may be getting difficult for us to maintain, or that… Read more
It can be difficult and frustrating to deal with money. When it comes to planning for retirement, it seems that there are as many financial options available as there are grains of sand on your favorite beach. Wading through it all can be daunting, even with a trusted financial expert at your side. Here are three of… Read more
How do you see yourself as you age? Some seniors see themselves as being healthy and active. Others may not have such a positive outlook, and instead, might feel frail and weak. Regardless of how you may feel today, there are many fun, easy senior living activities you partake in to help minimize your risk of future… Read more
Making the decision to sell your home and move into a retirement community often creates more questions than answers. Two of the most common inquiries we receive from residents are: At Sweetwater, you’ll never need to worry about these types of questions because at our community, we offer senior independent living, assisted living, and memory care. That… Read more