New Year, New Ideas, Goals and Visions

Happy New Year! The start of a new year is exciting and refreshing, and especially after the chaotic year we’ve all just had, this new year will hopefully bring a breath of fresh air. It’s a great time to focus on how you want the year to look, goals to set yourself, and how you … Read more

Staying Healthy This Holiday Season

This year has been really stressful for everyone health-wise. Keeping yours and your loved one’s immune systems healthy and strong can be hard but it doesn’t have to be. There are lots of things you can do to keep your immune system in tip-top shape, and while all bodies are different, doing what you can … Read more

Gift ideas For Seniors

Winter is such a beautiful time of year! Snow on the ground, lights all around, decorations to enjoy, and the best part, giving presents! Seeing the joy on your loved ones’ faces when they open something you put thought and care into is a wonderful thing and just because we can’t celebrate the holidays together, … Read more

Technology in Assisted Living: What works well for residents and families

Technology in Assisted Living. Young boy and Grandpa having a video conference on computer screen.

Using more technology in assisted living is now crucial for keeping residents and families connected. However, when we mention technology, you may only think of smartphones, tablets and interactive TVs. It includes much more than just communication. Advances in technology for senior living are more focused on improving quality of life and giving seniors more … Read more

Losing Someone to Covid-19 Who is in Assisted Living

Losing Someone to Covid-19. Hands holding a tablet that is displaying a funeral being watched virtually

We aren’t going to sugar coat this. Losing a loved one, no matter the circumstances, is really hard. Losing someone to Covid-19 who is in assisted living has additional challenges that are important to acknowledge. If you are struggling with how to find closure or would like help navigating the new visitation and funeral rules … Read more

Limited Visitation Now Allowed at Assisted Living Communities

Limited Visitation. Senior man putting on a mask outside

On June 30th, 2020, the Director of Health and Human Services, Robert Gordon, gave an Emergency Order MCL 333.2253 to all long-term care communities.   Click HERE to read the order. With this post we hope to clarify, as much as possible, when limited visitation may occur at any of our four Vibrant Life communities.  The … Read more

Vibrant Life Senior Living Guidelines for Visiting Families and Guests

Guidelines for Visiting

Updated and current as of July 14, 2020 Below are Vibrant Life Senior Living Guidelines for Visiting Families and Guests. These rules are based upon Emergency Order MCL 333.2253 declared June 30, 2020 by Robert Gordon, Director of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Please click here to view the order. These items … Read more

What’s Next for Senior Care in Durand?

senior care in Durand

Senior Care in Durand, Michigan , including Assisted Living and Memory Care, has changed drastically in the last few months due to the Covid-19 outbreak. As the state starts to open back up again, what does that mean for senior care? The senior population is one of the most vulnerable to coronavirus. Many assisted living … Read more

What’s Next for Senior Care in Ann Arbor?

senior care in Ann Arbor

Senior Care in Ann Arbor, Michigan, including Assisted Living and Memory Care, has changed drastically in the last few months due to the Covid-19 outbreak. As the state starts to open back up again, what does that mean for senior care? The senior population is one of the most vulnerable to coronavirus. Many assisted living … Read more

What’s Next for Senior Care in Temperance?

senior care in Temperance

Senior Care in Temperance, including Assisted Living and Memory Care, has changed drastically in the last few months due to the Covid-19 outbreak. As the state starts to open back up again, what does that mean for senior care? The senior population is one of the most vulnerable to coronavirus. Many assisted living and senior … Read more