Pamela Maloney
From all of us at Senior Living Residences, we want to say a huge thank you to our regularly contributing team of experts, our always-insightful guest bloggers, and our readers who inspire us to provide relatable content for seniors, families, and caregivers.
As we bid farewell to 2017, let us count down our ten most-read and most-shared stories.
10. Why You Should Get Your Affairs in Order Now
by Margaret Hoag
As unpleasant and uncomfortable preparing for end-of-life can be, it is extremely necessary. Margaret Hoag helps ease the burden by laying out every tool you’ll need in the process.
9. How Assisted Living is Like College
by Lee Larkin
The Sandwich Generation’s Lee Larkin explains why you should treat choosing an assisted living community just like choosing a university. Who wouldn’t want to go back to college?!
8. Baked Whitefish with Tomatoes & Olives
by Kim Smith
Brain Healthy Cooking fans loved this healthy fish recipe, making great use of key Mediterranean ingredients.
7. 7 Questions to Ask on an Assisted Living Tour
by Lee Larkin
Use this guide to know what to look for on an assisted living tour, like comfort, quality of food, and unique programs that excite you or your loved one.
6. The Art of Age: Identity, Expression & Ability
by Tessa D’Agostino
Readers loved this moving piece about the power of self-expression at any age.
5. Care for Caregivers: Why it is So Important to Take a Break
by Pam Maloney
If you need justification for taking a break, especially if you are caring for someone else, read this informative piece. It also explains how assisted living fits in as an option.
4. 5 Ways to Make Assisted Living Affordable
by Lee Larkin
If you’re looking for an outline of financial programs that can help offset the cost of assisted living, look no further! Lee has compiled all the information you’ll need.
3. Packing Memories with a Memory Book
by Betsy Millane
Readers enjoyed this powerful article about using a “memory book” to connect with the past. It truly transformed the life of this guest writer’s father.
2. How to Eat More Brain Healthy Foods
by Kim Smith
The Brain Healthy Diet can be confusing, but Kim has created a comprehensive guide that’s easy to follow. If you’re still looking for a New Year’s resolution, try this out!
1. Common Questions about Hospice Care in Assisted Living
by Joe IaQuinto
2017’s most-read article outlines common questions people have about hospice care, with a helpful answer presented for each.
