SeniorsPlaces Editorial Team
The SeniorsPlaces editorial team researches and writes plain-language guides on assisted living, memory care, independent living and the costs and decisions that come with them. SeniorsPlaces is commission-free: we never take referral fees from communities, so our guidance is not tied to any placement.
7 Reasons to Keep a Gratitude Journal
Keeping a gratitude journal is an effective way to promote mental health and emotional well-being. A gratitude journal is simply a diary of the things in life for which you are gra…
Discover Clearwater: The Top 9 Activities for Senior Citizens
Clearwater, Florida is a charming and vibrant city for seniors to explore and experience. From taking in the fresh air on leisurely beach walks to exploring local attractions and r…
Exploring The Benefits of Independent Living for Seniors and A Brief Look at Other Options
As people age, they often face the difficult decision of how to manage their living arrangements. Many seniors choose to stay in their own homes or with family, while others prefer…
New Year's Eve Party Ideas For Seniors
As the year comes to a close and the countdown to the new year begins, many people start planning their New Year's Eve celebrations. While traditional parties with loud music a…
How Eastern and Western Medicine can Work Together for Healthy Aging
Eastern Medicine has a long history throughout Asia dating back at least two thousand years. The basis for Eastern medicine is disease prevention. Symptoms are viewed in this conte…
Ten Common Questions about Assisted Living
The Process of finding assisted living can be a stressful and daunting task. Some of you reading this may be searching for your first community. Maybe you are trying to find a new …
Collagen to Fight Signs of Aging and How to Get It From Your Diet
Collagen is in the news and being studied for its benefits to the body. What is collagen, it is the most abundant protein in your body. It is the main component of conn…
How to Prevent Muscle Loss as you Age - Tips for Seniors
Let’s talk about muscle mass and why it’s important. Did you know that you have more than 600 muscles in your body? Muscles help you lift things, get up fro…
Healthy Aging with Yoga, Science or Hype?
Yoga has been around for a long time and is considered one of the oldest forms of self-care originating in India in the Indus valley. It was first simply sitting and controll…
4 Activities That Can Help Seniors Maintain Positive Mental Health in Assisted Living
How Can Assisted Living Affect Mental Health? Making the transition from being an independent homeowner to living in an assisted living facility can be tough. As a sen…
The Best Vegetables for Healthy Aging
Most of us have been hearing “eat your vegetables” our entire lives. Whether it was from our mother, a caregiver or the school system promoting the food pyramid, …
Tips for Combatting Ageism, Staying Relevant and Sharing our Value as we Age...
Let’s face it…as we age, we will probably encounter ageism at some point or another. In some countries age is a badge of honor and the elderly hold a revered pos…