As they age, seniors can find it a particularly difficult task to keep their lives in order. Their possessions and memories increase over time and the desire to leave a legacy behind for loved ones can be a strong one. In fact, when selling a home and relocating to a retirement community, the issue of legacy can… 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
Caring for an aging loved one can be one of the most stressful things to happen to a family. The experience is often physically, emotionally, and financially draining. When there are multiple siblings involved, disagreements can rear their ugly heads. The good news is that it doesn’t not have to be this way! When cooler… 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
As an older adult, maintaining a healthy lifestyle should be a high priority. Proper diet and exercise will go a long way toward helping you to maintain an active, independent lifestyle and minimize the risk of disease. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, there are a number of healthy choices seniors can make to stay… 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
As you grow older you may find that, even though your diet has not changed, you are gaining weight or feeling sluggish. Part of this has to do with the fact that your metabolism slows as you age. This means that, while your body may require an increase in specific nutrients to keep things running… Read more
There are many factors that go into choosing a retirement community. Everything from financial planning to healthcare, apartment preferences, staff personalities, dining options, amenities – the list goes on and on. While these are all important factors in making a final decision, one vital piece of the overall puzzle can often go overlooked: Will my loved one… Read more
There are many different reasons why a person may be looking to make a move to a senior living environment. For some, it may be as simple as avoiding the cost and stress of home ownership. For others, it may be because there is a need for memory care, or some level of assistance with… Read more
