Most grandparents will tell you, time spent with their grandchildren is among the most special time of all. The bonds formed through this relationship can provide grandchildren with memories to last a lifetime, and grandparents with a chance to pass on knowledge and tradition to a new generation. As the leaves change colors and the… Read more
How To Build Meaningful Relationships in Retirement: A Senior’s Guide
Retirement can be a time of great freedom and relaxation. It can also be lonely and isolated, especially for seniors who may have lost touch with older friends or family members. So, how do seniors meet other seniors? Though it may sound daunting at first, there are many ways for seniors to make new friends… Read more
Moving into a retirement community should be an exciting adventure. It’s an opportunity to spend your days enjoying a host of fun and leisurely activities that allow you to build relationships, stay active, and fill your schedule—as you see fit! However, not everyone feels ready to make the move. You may wonder how living in… Read more
Maintaining happy and healthy living environments for our resident isn’t just part of the Sweetwater Mission, it is what our staff members strive for during every shift of work. Sweetwater staff members are the reason that our residents are able to exclaim ‘THIS IS LIVING!’ Please take a few moments to enter your post of… Read more
At Primrose Retirement Communities (parent company of Sweetwater Retirement Community), we have the privilege of serving residents across the country with luxury apartment homes and amenities that allow them to stay social, happy, and active in their communities. We also want them to live on their schedules without worrying about maintenance or other household responsibilities… Read more
These days seniors have more options than ever when it comes to their primary care. With new advancements in technology and mobile test labs popping up everywhere, you no longer need to leave the comfort of your home to test for the flu, undergo a wellness exam, or talk to your clinician about a new… Read more
Easter is a special time of year for many families across the world. It’s a time for celebrations, traditions, and time spent together after a long winter season. If you’re planning to spend this holiday with loved ones, or with close friends at Sweetwater, you might be looking for fun activities to spread some cheer,… Read more
Many of us are familiar with the health benefits associated with walking. These may range from reducing your risk of heart disease, lowering blood pressure, or boosting mental wellness and social engagement. Most experts agree on why walking is important, but as we get older, our mobility and range of motion can become more of… Read more
Happy, positive relationships play a major role in our mental and physical wellness. As humans, we crave socialization and the ability to connect with others who share our same values, passions, and circumstances. Relationships are not limited to family or spouses, however. You may have close friends, neighbors, or community church members with whom you’ve… Read more
Relocation Stress [What Is It & How To Help Someone Through It]
In a previous article, we shared a checklist on how to help your aging parents relocate from their family home to an assisted living apartment. And although there are many tools and services we mentioned that can help you stay organized and keep the relocation process running smoothly, moving is still a big change—at any… Read more
