Making the Move: Overcoming loneliness and isolation

According to the World Health Organization, social isolation and exclusion are associated with increased rates of premature death, lower general well-being, more depression, and a higher level of disability from chronic diseases.

Deal with the inevitable while you are of sound mind and try not to put it off. Your family and your loved ones will thank you for it.

It’s familiar, comfortable — and (hopefully) paid off. But without the momentum of an impending move, it’s all too easy to put off planning for an eventual change.

Convincing a parent to move into a retirement/seniors residence is one of the most difficult caregiving challenges that adult kids face.

We are seeing unprecedented levels of mental health issues and cognitive decline due to a lack of stimulation. Isolation and loneliness are at the core of these issues.

The demand for senior living accommodations has grown tremendously over the last couple of months. It is an extremely competitive market, and we are seeing promotions and incentives that have never been seen before.

There are precious moments in life that live forever. A wedding day, the birth of a child, graduation day, or a dream trip come true are just a few of those special times that stay in your memory bank filled with emotion and joy. Who would have thought that a second needle in your arm would be one of those precious moments?

The stars are aligning for those considering a move to a retirement home