Senior Living News

5 Benefits of Mandala Art for Seniors

Mandala creation is a flexible, easy art form that can help you relax and create. You don't need special tools or supplies, as you can create simple mandalas with pen and paper. Older adults who want to get into a new craft or just enjoy applying color in various patterns can choose their own art adventure when it comes to mandalas, making this a great option for crafting in smaller spaces, such as an assisted living apartment.

Being a Social Senior: 9 Tips for Making Friends in Retirement

When you're working, you interact with plenty of people, from colleagues to clients. You might go to after-hours work events, play on your company's softball team or go out to lunch during the workday. In retirement, it can feel like you don't have as many socialization options. Learning how to make friends in retirement can take a little more effort. Here are some ways to get social and make new friends.

Should You Order Glasses Online: Pros, Cons and Tips

If you’re one of the nearly 200 million people in the United States who need corrective lenses, you now have more ways to buy new glasses than ever before. The internet makes it possible to pick out new frames and have them delivered right to your door. But should you buy glasses online? Our team here at Bethesda Gardens Monument created this guide to help you decide.

Stress and Retirement: Common Senior Stressors and Tips to Manage Them

Finding ways to manage stress can offer many benefits for seniors, from improved sleep to reduced muscle tension to better moods. Effective stress management starts with identifying stressors in daily life so you can take steps to address them. To help you pinpoint the sources of your own stress, our team here at Bethesda Gardens Monument assisted living community created this list of common stressors.

5 Eco-Friendly Choices Older Adults Can Make

If you're worried about the impact of climate change on the environment in Monument, CO, and future generations, there are things you can do to support the planet from your assisted living apartment. Eco-friendly choices don't have to be expensive or time-consuming to make a difference. Below, we'll reveal five easy ways seniors can protect the environment.

The Senior's Guide to DoorDash

When you don’t feel like cooking dinner but want to enjoy a meal at home, takeout can be a great option. With DoorDash, you can have delicious meals and even merchandise you need delivered right to your door. To help you get started with this handy service, our team at Bethesda Gardens Monument senior living community created this guide.

A Senior's Guide to Ordering and Saving Online

Online shopping gives seniors the ability to stock up on necessities, buy gifts and select special items from the comfort of home. In addition, shopping online can save older adults money and make it easier to compare options. At Bethesda Gardens Monument senior living community, we believe in the benefits of online shopping, so we created this handy guide to help you have the best experience possible and enjoy savings when buying virtually.

8 Sounds That Evoke Certain Moods and How to Get Them in Your Assisted Living Apartment

If you've ever felt at peace standing near a babbling brook or instantly felt uplifted by the laughter of a small child, you have an understanding of how sounds can evoke certain moods. At Bethesda Gardens Monument in Colorado, our assisted living floor plans enable residents to have the privacy to create their own ambiance through sound. Here's how.

Choosing Chairs: A Brief Buying Guide for Your Assisted Living Apartment

Creating a personal space that invites you to relax and recharge is one of the many joys to experience at Bethesda Gardens Monument. While wall decor, accent pillows and collectibles can make your room feel like a home, furnishings — such as chairs — are indispensable to daily comfort. Learn what to look for when choosing a chair for your assisted living apartment and explore buying tips for different types of chairs.

Axe Throwing for Older Adults: Is This Your Next Group Night Out?

Think axe throwing is only for the younger crowd? Your age doesn't disqualify you from fun new activities like hurling axes toward wooden targets. However, you might need to use a little caution when you wield your axe. Learn more about this hot trend and how you might enjoy it as your next group night out.