Senior Living News

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.

7 Tips for Staying Safe in Your Home or Assisted Living Apartment

Whether you age in place in your home or live in an assisted living apartment at Bethesda Gardens Monument, creating a safe environment helps you feel comfortable in your own home. Many safety hazards can be found inside your home, from rugs that cause a fall to slippery bathroom surfaces. Protecting yourself against external threats, such as burglaries, is also important, especially if you live in a home alone. Use these tips to help you stay safer as a senior no matter where you live.

Adding Taste to Food Without Salt: A Guide for Seniors

As you get older, your sense of taste might change, making you want more salt or sugar to make food taste better, but excess of it can be bad for your health.

10 Causes of Fatigue for Seniors and Tips for Dealing With Them

Many older adults experience fatigue, and there are many reasons it occurs. Read on to learn some of the most common reasons for fatigue in seniors.

The Truth About Sugar for Seniors and How to Reduce It in Your Diet

When eaten in excess, sugar can lead to several serious health issues, making it harder for seniors to live comfortably in old age.

Who Needs an Estate Plan, and How Do You Start Making One?

Here's what you should know about an estate plan and what you can do to get started with yours before or during your stay at Bethesda Gardens Monument.

6 Microwave Dip Recipes for Hospitality in Small Spaces

Irrespective of what the occasion is, there should be a microwave-friendly recipe on this list to suit everyone's tastes.

A Glimpse Into the Epistles: Paul's Letters to the Thessalonians

Here's a glimpse at what Paul says in these letters and why I Thessalonians and II Thessalonians are so important for Christians.