Mental health has never been more critical for seniors. According to recent research from the US National Library of Medicine, nearly 30 percent of seniors in long-term care facilities exhibit signs of depression, and 10 percent of seniors who live [...]
Happy New Year! Our Tribe is very excited for the year ahead to continue welcoming new residents, as well as serving our current community. This past month, our first holiday season at Vineyard was truly special. We loved spending this [...]
Studies show the multiple benefits of cognitive-stimulating activities like memory-related games, both for overall brain health and for those with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Unfortunately, there are some conflicting reports about the efficacy of memory games for dementia, claiming they can [...]
Update from Vineyard 3/15/21: All vaccination clinics have been concluded! Thank you very much to our partners and everyone who participated – The Vineyard Team ________ Vineyard Bluffton has been included in the first priority phase for receiving the COVID-19 [...]
It’s a common occurrence, a couple spends a lifetime together and one person’s health changes quicker than the others’. For example, your mother might be healthier and more active than your father. This leads to her caring for him and [...]
Caring for aging parents is always a balancing act, especially during the holidays (not to mention with the added challenge of a global pandemic). Eighty-five percent of caregivers surveyed say the holidays are the primary time when their older family [...]
Happy holiday season! At Vineyard, we’ve had a busy fall as we welcomed our first residents to the community! We’re so thrilled to serve our residents and their families as we move into the holiday season and welcome the New [...]
If you’re looking to avoid the grocery store aisles, whether for safety or simplicity, there are a variety of programs and platforms available to you. These options will bring delicious food options right to your door. For older adults, online [...]
Adjusting to retirement can be unexpectedly difficult. How you imagined it: “I can’t wait to retire. No more alarm clocks. I can do anything I want. It’s going to be amazing!” How you really feel: “I’m so bored, I miss [...]
For an individual with dementia, keeping the mind active and stimulated every day is key. As a caregiver, you have the unique opportunity to plan activities that accomplish this goal in a fun and engaging way. During the fall and [...]
Making the transition to community living for seniors can be both exciting and challenging. The move brings ease to aging adults’ lives, but also the challenge of building new relationships. Many older adults live alone or with just their partners [...]
Whether for you or a loved one, moving into a senior community can be an exciting opportunity to expand your social circle, enjoy new experiences and thrive in the next phase of life. When it comes to picking out the [...]