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 […]