Proper nutrition is important for everyone to ensure strength and health. But for people with Alzheimer’s or dementia, it is essential to helping them lead a better life. Food demonstrations for the residents in Memory Care at New Pond Village, help residents, spouses and their families stay in tune with nutrition tips. Some guidelines for […]
The season of giving is upon us and it is often a time when many think of ways to give back to their community. A significant percentage of all charitable giving is done in the last two months of the year. However, giving to others doesn’t need to come in the form of monetary donations. […]
Try as we may, there is just no way of wishing winter away. Now that the leaves are sporting vivid colors and falling in preparation for the changing season, here are some winter safety tips for seniors to keep you safe when the thermometer plunges below freezing: Walkway Maintenance Walkways should be a high priority. […]
Music offers a variety of benefits for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, research has found. For instance, music can help reduce agitation, depression and anxiety, and it can lower stress levels. Why is music such a powerful tool for individuals with Alzheimer’s? Researchers believe that interacting with music — whether singing or listening […]
After living for more than 50 years in Walpole, Massachusetts, Leif Jacobsen decided it was time to make a choice about independent living and where he would best fit in and feel most welcome. A Home Close to Heart Just a few miles away lay New Pond Village, Leif Jacobsen’s chosen home for the past […]
Quality of life is all about personal well-being and everyone defines it uniquely. Factors like engagement, health, independence and creativity all contribute to living fully. As we age and transition into retirement, finding new ways to stay active and connected becomes essential to maintaining a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle. To help you embrace this next […]
If you’re like most Americans, you may find yourself spending hours each day glued to your smartphone or tablet. The number of smartphone users in the United States continues to skyrocket reaching an all-time high of 309 million individuals in 2023. Recent research has begun to uncover a potential consequence of our ubiquitous gadget use: […]
For an older adult reluctant to move from his or her home, nostalgia and a connection to the physical place in which they have lived is typically a big reason why making a move is hard. For Shirley Hutchinson, a move to New Pond Village has provided a true sense of belonging and allowed her to appreciate […]