Tips for Living with Arthritis

If you’re dealing with pain from arthritis, you’re not alone. 23% of American adults live with arthritis (over 54 million people), but it doesn’t have to keep you from doing the things you love. There are plenty of ways to manage your arthritis so that you can stay active and not miss out on what … Read more

Keeping Active As We Age

As we age, our bodies change and so do our interests. Keeping yourself healthy and helping your body age into new years can be a conscious effort, but thankfully there are lots of ways to do so. Things like eating healthy, exercising regularly, and not smoking are a few very key factors in the overall … Read more

Types of Wild Birds in Michigan

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One of the most relaxing, educational, and fun activities to do when the weather gets nice is bird watching. It’s great because the whole family can enjoy it, especially in a state like Michigan, where there are lots of different species to look for, it’s fun all day! While there are lots of places in … Read more

Participating in Activities You Enjoy

  As we age, our bodies change and so do our interests. Keeping yourself healthy and helping your body age into new years can be a conscious effort, but thankfully there are lots of ways to do so. Things like eating healthy, exercising regularly, and not smoking are a few very key factors in the … Read more

Gardening Tips for Spring 2021

  Spring is here and summer isn’t too far behind, which means it’s time to give some love to those gardens. Through the colder months, our gardens go through a lot, but giving them some extra love and planting new life will make them look good as new. Gardening is a great, low-intensity way to … Read more

Gifts for Mom on Mother’s Day

Setting aside one whole day to celebrate our moms just doesn’t seem like enough does it? Mothers and mother figures are so important in making the world go round, and sometimes finding the right gift for them can be hard. In general, giving mom a little peace and quiet maybe just be enough, but in … Read more

Good Habits for Spring 2021

The winter blues are a very real thing, but thankfully spring is finally here to stay. The temperatures are warming up, the plants are blooming, and it’s finally time to enjoy some time in nature again. A lot of people experience sadness, anxiety, and depression in the winter months because there is less sun, less … Read more

The Beauty of Spring for our residence (Being outside, gardening, crafts, and snacks)

Spring is here, and it’s one of the most beautiful times of the year. Everything is blooming after a cold winter, and with warmer weather, it’s great to enjoy some time outdoors. Winter is a hard season for a lot of people. Spring is such a nice breath of fresh air, and there’s lots of … Read more

The Importance of Socialization and When It’s Time to Seek Care

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What’s your favorite way to keep your mind healthy and sharp? Maybe you like reading, or crossword puzzles, or maybe you enjoy a boost with exercise. As we age, it becomes more and more important to keep our minds and bodies working the best we can. Obviously, sometimes our bodies suffer in ways we cannot … Read more