They’re some of the most heartwarming stories and images of this year so far: Families, friends and loved ones gathered outside the windows of beloved seniors, coming together to spread love and share words of encouragement. Anything just to be physically close and visit face-to-face the way they could in a world before COVID-19. Some…
Facebook is the largest social networking site on the Internet. Research shows that seniors in the range of 74 years old and beyond are among the fastest-growing groups that are now active in social networking sites which include Facebook. This just goes to show that Seniors can learn Facebook and are regularly participating! The most…
Unprotected ears can be harmed by prolonged exposure to loud noises, such as lawnmowers, vacuum cleaners, and loud music concerts. There are numerous reasons for hearing loss, however; and it is not uncommon for senior citizens in particular to lose their sense of hearing. Many of our residents at Hidden Meadows On The Ridge have…
We all accept getting older in different ways. Some believe age is simply a number, and that you are only as old as you feel. Others believe in aging gracefully, accepting the changes to their bodies as a natural part of life. Still, others fight it tooth and nail, continuing to do everything just the…
As simple as it may sound, something a lot of working-age people look forward to in their retirement is the ability to sleep in. During our lives as full-time workers and parents, quality sleep is as precious a commodity as a quiet house. We get up in the middle of the night to feed babies,…