Articles Posted in the Senior Living Category
From health care to fitness, safety to finances, not to mention family matters, seniors in Northwest Indiana today have a full plate of concerns. The Senior Living section of The Chronicle online edition helps today’s busy seniors sort it all out.
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Men and women can take steps to curb effects of osteoporosis
Good nutrition and regular exercise Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle — so brittle that a fall or even mild stresses, such as bending over or coughing, can cause a fracture. Osteoporosis-related fractures most…
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Stephanie Joseph, Residences at Coffee Creek’s Cook Who Stepped Up to the Plate!
by Natalie Reisen She never dreamed that one day she would actually become a cook for the senior living and memory care voted #1 in Northwest Indiana, but Stephanie Joseph listened to the encouragement of…
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The Very Best of Retirement
Outstanding social and recreational events, and health and wellness programs that deliver a fun and dignified lifestyle By Danielle Balek Senior Lifestyle Coordinator, Rittenhouse Village You’ve probably driven past one or more of these shiny,…
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Day of Caring Still Going Strong
Connecting neighbors and families by Bruce Lindner There is truly not a day more important to region nonprofits than the annual Day of Caring! The United Way of Porter County has hosted this event locally…
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Retirement: Life’s Greatest Adventure
Take responsibility for your own health As retirees, most of us have medical or health issues — or soon will have. I personally have a total of six doctors for various medical issues I am dealing…
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The dreaded talk
Taking away the car keys from dad or mom It’s the great debate – who’s the better driver? Mom or Dad? Dads will love to hear in a recent national survey 63 percent of adult children…
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Staying Mentally Sharp: 4 Habits Seniors Should Adopt Right Now
By Kelli Krusinger, SHINE® Director for Rittenhouse Village at Valparaiso Modern studies have actually shown that the number-one fear among the senior generation is regarding deteriorating mental health. Some 28% of seniors worry about the loss…
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Aging with style and grace
Aging may be inevitable, but with advancement in research and technology, there are plenty of ways you can slow, or even reverse, the hands of time to stay healthy and promote longevity. Consider these ideas…
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When Words Are Lost Due to Dementia…?
Communication is more than just talking and listening. As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect. Our…
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Volunteers have lasting effect on community
Volunteering can truly have a ripple effect that creates a stronger community and happier and healthier residents. Donna DeRuntz “Volunteers in every community work hard to make the community better for all and I have…
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