Senior Living News

Tips for Planning a Group Outing for Older Adults

Creating successful group outings for seniors requires meticulous attention to detail, thoughtful consideration of individual needs and extensive advance planning. Residents of LifeStream at North Phoenix in Arizona enjoy the frequent outings offered, especially because all the details and planning are handled by its excellent staff. If you’re planning a group outing for older adults on your own, read on. This comprehensive guide explores key aspects of organizing engaging and safe activities for senior participants.

RVing as an Older Adult and Other Ways to Downsize

As you get older, your large home might start to feel like too much space to maintain. Downsizing helps make your life easier as a senior and could save you money. One way some seniors downsize is by selling their homes and RVing full time. Explore what life is like in an RV and look at downsizing alternatives to find your ideal living situation.

Around the World: International Travel Tips for Older Adults

There are plenty of things to do in North Phoenix, but sometimes you want to have an adventure beyond your routine at LifeStream at North Phoenix. Adding stamps to your passport is exciting and something you can continue even as you get older. However, your needs change as you age, so your international travel plans might need some adjustments. Choosing safe options that accommodate your needs is essential. Follow these tips to travel abroad with ease at any age.

What Is a Retirement Annuity and Who Might Consider One?

After working hard as a younger adult, it's time to enjoy a relaxing, vibrant lifestyle in the LifeStream at North Phoenix community. Transitioning to independent living can be both exciting and daunting, and having a solid financial plan provides reassurance during this important step. Below, we'll explain how an annuity could help you achieve financial peace of mind and explore who should consider this type of investment.

Senior Hand Health: Protecting Fine Motor Skills and Reducing Pain

Your life centers around your hands, whether you use them to hold loved ones or perform necessary tasks like cooking, writing and dressing. Unfortunately, your hands age right along with the rest of you, decreasing in strength, dexterity and comfort in the process. Maintaining hand health becomes increasingly important to senior independence as you age, protecting fine motor skills, reducing hand pain and letting you continue enjoying your favorite Phoenix, AZ, activities in your independent living community.

The Good, the Bad and the Just Say No: Some Foods to Live On, Some to Love in Moderation and Some to Mostly Avoid as a Senior

Your body undergoes various changes as you age, and some of those changes impact how you process food and absorb nutrients. Maintaining a balanced diet becomes increasingly important as you get older to sustain your energy levels and support your overall health and well-being. Understanding how dietary choices can affect you over time can help you create meal plans optimized specifically for mature individuals.

How Do You Know If Assisted Living Might Be the Right Choice for You?

Older adults have many choices when it comes to senior living, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to choosing a community. Assisted living communities are a great option for some people but may not be the right fit for others. To help you determine if assisted living is ideal for you or your loved one, our team at LifeStream at North Phoenix senior living community put together this list of considerations.

What Are Medicare Out-of-Pocket Expenses?

If you’re 65 or older or have certain disabilities, Medicare can help cover the cost of many of your medical expenses. However, you still may be responsible for certain out-of-pocket expenses. To help you better understand the costs of Medicare, our team here at LifeStream at North Phoenix senior living community in Phoenix, AZ, created this guide.

Seed Oils and Seniors: What's the Current Controversy Over Seed Oils About?

A healthy diet can help you maintain a vibrant, active lifestyle as an older adult, but sorting fact from fiction can be challenging when it comes to dietary advice. Seed oils often get a bad rap online, but are they as bad as some claim?

7 Tips for Practical Estate Planning in Retirement

At LifeStream at North Phoenix in Arizona, we're always looking for ways to help seniors live better lives. One way to reduce stress during retirement is to make sure you have a solid estate plan in place. With proper planning, it's possible to reduce your tax burden and make sure your loved ones follow your wishes regarding end-of-life care.