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
Make a Smooth Move into Senior Living
You’ve figured out how to downsize before moving into senior living. You’ve finally let go of many of your cherished items, knowing they will find second lives with new owners. Now, you’re faced with your final big hurdle: calming your … <!– Continue reading –>
Dr. Nussbaum’s Essential Lifestyle Factors for Brain Health
Dr. Paul Nussbaum, clinical neuropsychologist and Adjunct Professor of Neurological Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, recently visited The Kenwood by Senior Star. His book, “Save Your Brain,” was named to AARP’s list of “Top Five Books … <!– Continue reading –>