Those who enjoy gardening know one if its biggest benefits is working hard to grow beautiful plants. But, you may get more out of it than you think. In a recent article from the AARP, 5 Secret Health Benefits of Gardening, the author notes several benefits of gardening – many of which are for the mind. As we grow older, … Read More
Creative Writing Corner – featuring Edith Samuels
Each week, many of our residents meet for Creative Writing Group with Lisa McKenzie. The class offers a creative outlet and the opportunity to flex their writing muscles. This month, we’d like to highlight a poem by Edith Samuels, dedicated to her grandnephew, Avi Craimer: The Conjuror Sometimes When I think about my mother I close my eyes And I … Read More
Cool Down Your Summer with these Tips for Seniors
Summer is a fun time of year and perfect for spending time with friends and family, but a hot topic for The Kenwood this time of year is summer safety among seniors. We covered a few safety tips in a previous blog post, but here are a few more to keep you cool and healthy. When drinking fluids, avoid caffeine … Read More
Advice on Communication Barriers from Executive Director Tom Rotz
We communicate with others every day, but overcoming any communication barriers can be difficult – especially with a loved one that has dementia. Not only do we have trouble communicating with them, but more importantly, they also have trouble communicating with us. The Kenwood by Senior Star’s executive director, Tom Rotz, was featured in a column on McKnight’s Senior Living … Read More
Tips for Digitizing your VHS Tapes
We love to save our memories and doing so is prevalent more than ever in the age of social media and technology. But for some of us, we may have those moments captured on VHS tapes and those unfortunately don’t last forever. Looking to digitize your videos? You’ll find some helpful advice from AARP’s Digitize Your VHS Tapes Before It’s … Read More
Coping with Dementia as a Caregiver
An initial diagnosis of dementia can be daunting for a person and their loved ones, as it can cause emotional and physical stress for family members and potential caregivers. If you plan to be a caregiver for your loved one with dementia, here are several tips we recommend to help you cope with a dementia diagnosis: Do your homework. Dementia … Read More