4 Crucial Factors When It Comes to Senior’s Level of Care

4 Crucial Factors When It Comes to Senior’s Level of Care

There is nothing you can do to stop your loved one from getting old. That is why you need to understand that time will come when your loved one will eventually need to be transferred into a care home where he/she can get the level of care that he/she needs. This may be a stressful event for both your family and your elderly loved one but when you have had an ample time to make the necessary preparations, the transition will surely go smoothly.

Care homes offer different levels of care such as directed care, personal care, and supervisory care to their residents. When you are looking for a care home for your elderly loved one, you should be able to take some things into consideration. These include:

1. Current Health Issues and the Level of Care that is Needed

This is essentially the main consideration in choosing the best facility for your loved one. If you’re you are the one who’s primarily taking care of your senior loved one, then you may have a better idea on which home to choose. If that’s not the case, then you may want to consult with your loved one’s physician. Be sure to take note of the physician’s advice so that you can transfer your loved one to a home that guarantees optimal care your loved one needs.

2. Independence

For this matter, you may need to reassess your loved one’s situation. Evaluating your loved one from a standpoint can help you determine what type of care they should get. Examine your loved one’s activities from afar. Supposing that their caregiver isn’t around to help them with the basic everyday task, will they be able to carry out their everyday routines with little to no assistance? Answering these questions will help you take a good look at where your loved one stands with respect to the level of assistance they need. Asking your loved one’s caregivers can help you with these matters, too.

3. Special Non-medical Considerations

Needs that aren’t medically-related are also important and should be given attention to. These needs could help determine the level of independence of your loved one. Maybe they are still fully capable of walking without assistance but may have some difficulty climbing the stairs or they may enjoy some peace and quiet alone and may become frustrated in a crowded place. Other special considerations such as diet need to be considered as well. Although they may seem like a small matter, for your loved one, it can have a significant effect.

4. The Closeness of the Care Home

If you’re close to your elderly loved one and would love to visit them at least a couple of times a week, then you need to consider choosing a care home that’s close to your house as possible with visiting hours that is suitable for you. Your visits to your loved one could also become regular which is why it’s more convenient to choose a place with a close proximity.

Taking time to examine these factors would be really helpful in choosing a care home that’s suitable for your elderly loved one. Visiting potential homes in person enable you and your loved one to get a first-hand feel of the home, rather than relying on pictures, word of mouth, or ads. Since you get to see what it’s like in person, it’s easier for you and your loved one to make the choice. It is also a huge factor in determining whether the home can meet the level of care a senior needs.

 

August Events for Seniors in Phoenix-Scottsdale

Happy August! We hope you’re having the best summer 🙂 There are so many events going on in the area and we wanted to share them all with you! Take a look at this list and let us know if there are any you plan to attend:

Recognize National Girlfriends Day with “A Cup of Memories”
When: August 1, 2018 at 8:30 AM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

AARP Safe Driving
When: August 1, 2018 at 10:15 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Men Who Care Support Group
When: August 1, 2018 at 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Where: Banner Alzheimer’s Institute, 901 E. Willetta Street, Phoenix

COMPASS: After the Dementia Diagnosis
When: August 1, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Where: Banner Alzheimer’s Institute, 901 E. Willetta Street, Phoenix

*National Coloring Book Day*
When: August 2, 2018
Where: Desert West Senior Center – 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

JCC Memory Cafe
When: August 2, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Where: Beth El Congregation, 1118 W. Glendale Ave. in Phoenix

Nutrition Class
When: August 2, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-4332

Root Beer Float Day
When: August 3, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-4332

Wacky Day
When: August 2, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

Planting Microgreens
When: August 2, 2018 at 9:00 AM
Where: South Mountain Senior Center – 212 E. Alta Vista Road Phoenix, Arizona 85042-4219

Lewy Body (LBD) Support Group
When: August 3, 2018 at 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Where: Banner Alzheimer’s Institute, 901 E. Willetta Street, Phoenix

Q&A INFORMATIONAL W/SIGNATURE
When: August 3, 2018 at 9:00 AM
Where: Helen Drake Senior Center – 7600 N 27th Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85051-6602

Birthday Celebration
When: August 3, 2018 at 10:30 AM
Where: Chinese Senior Center – 734 W. Elm St. Phoenix, Arizona 85013-2416

Art All Around Us
When: August 6, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Wiggle your Toes with a Root Beer Float
When: August 6, 2018 at 12:30 PM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

Doo-Wop Bop Hop Ice Cream Shake Up
When: August 6, 2018 at 12:30 PM
Where: ​​​Pecos Senior Center 17010 S. 48th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85048-1201

Birthday Cake
When: August 6, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: McDowell Place Senior Center – 1845 E. McDowell Road Phoenix, Arizona 85006-3052

PERSONALITY PROFILES
When: August 6, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: ​Sunnyslope Senior Center – 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-213

Living with Diabetes
When: August 6, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Where: Senior Opportunities West Senior Center – 1220 S. 7th Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85007-3612

Talk: Know the 10 Signs
When: August 6, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Desert West Senior Center – 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

Life Transitions Support Group
When: August 7, 2018 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Where: Banner Alzheimer’s Institute, 901 E. Willetta Street, Phoenix

Purple Heart Day “Who, Why, When”
When: August 7, 2018 at 11:00 AM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

Sun Sounds of Arizona Hearing Presentation
When: August 7, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-4332

HEALTHY BINGO
When: August 7, 2018 at 10:30 AM
Where: Helen Drake Senior Center – 7600 N 27th Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85051-6602

Healthy Eating
When: August 7, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Paradise Valley Senior Center – 17402 N. 40th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-2200

General Health Presentation
When: August 8, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-4332

Pecos Downs
When: August 8, 2018 at 12:30 PM
Where: ​​​Pecos Senior Center 17010 S. 48th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85048-1201

Communication: Avoiding Arguments and Behaviors: Expressing What Words Cannot
When: August 8, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Where: Banner Alzheimer’s Institute, 901 E. Willetta Street, Phoenix

The Dog Days of Summer: Filling the Day with Meaning
When: August 8, 2018 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Where: Tempe Public Library, 3500 S. Rural Road, Tempe

FUN PRIZE BINGO
When: August 8, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Devonshire Senior Center – 2802 E. Devonshire Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85016-8505

‘Headaches Decoded’
When: August 8, 2018 at 10:15 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Show us your talent!
When: August 8, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Desert West Senior Center – 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

Birthday Party
When: August 8, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Helen Drake Senior Center – 7600 N 27th Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85051-6602

Day at the Races!
When: August 8, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: ​Sunnyslope Senior Center – 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-213

Medicare BINGO by United Health Care
When: August 9, 2018 at 11:00 AM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

Summer Fashion Show
When: August 9, 2018 at 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-4332

Rummage Sale
When: August 9, 2018 at 8:30 AM
Where: Desert West Senior Center – 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

Herberger Theater
When: August 9, 2018 at 11:00 AM
Where: Goelet A.C. Beuf Senior Center – 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Road Phoenix, Arizona 85027-1021

Ice Cream Social
When: August 10, 2018 at 12::30 PM
Where: Goelet A.C. Beuf Senior Center – 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Road Phoenix, Arizona 85027-1021

PArt All Around Us
When: August 10, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: ​​​Pecos Senior Center 17010 S. 48th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85048-1201

FARM FRESH BINGO
When: August 10, 2018 at 10:30 AM
Where: Helen Drake Senior Center – 7600 N 27th Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85051-6602

Talent Show
When: August 10, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

Ice Cream Social
When: August 10, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Desert West Senior Center – 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

Red Devil Pizza
When: August 10, 2018 at 11:30 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Medicare Card Presentation
When: August 13, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-4332

Drum Circle
When: August 13, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: South Mountain Senior Center – 212 E. Alta Vista Road Phoenix, Arizona 85042-4219

Talk: Hospice Promise
When: August 13, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Desert West Senior Center – 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

PROTECT YOUR IDENTITY
When: August 13, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: ​Sunnyslope Senior Center – 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-213

United Healthcare Presents: Help Paying Medicare Costs
When: August 13, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: Pecos Senior Center – 17010 S. 48th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85048-1201

Memory Boxes
When: August 14, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: South Mountain Senior Center – 212 E. Alta Vista Road Phoenix, Arizona 85042-4219

Loteria
When: August 14, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Desert West Senior Center – 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

Herberger Theater
When: August 14, 2018 at 11:00 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Protect Your Identity Presentation
When: August 14, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-4332+

Talent Show
When: August 14, 2018 at 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Where: Chinese Senior Center – 734 W. Elm St. Phoenix, Arizona 85013-2416

Senior Topics
When: August 14, 2018 at 10:30 AM
Where: Paradise Valley Senior Center – 17402 N. 40th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-2200

Frontotemporal (FTD) Support Group
When: August 14, 2018 at 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Where: Banner Alzheimer’s Institute, 901 E. Willetta Street, Phoenix

Financial Literacy and Education Series
When: August 14, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-4332

Watermelon Eating Contest
When: August 14, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: McDowell Place Senior Center – 1845 E. McDowell Road Phoenix, Arizona 85006-3052

Chinese Literature
When: August 14, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Chinese Senior Center – 734 W. Elm St. Phoenix, Arizona 85013-2416

Natural Health Intrusion Presentation
When: August 15, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-4332

Americare – Fall Prevention
When: August 15, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Senior Opportunities West Senior Center – 1220 S. 7th Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85007-3612

Birthday Party
When: August 16, 2018 at 9:30 AM
Where: Senior Opportunities West Senior Center – 1220 S. 7th Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85007-3612

You Got Jokes?
When: August 16, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-4332

Brain Games
When: August 16, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: South Mountain Senior Center – 212 E. Alta Vista Road Phoenix, Arizona 85042-4219

Eat This Not That Healthy Eating Presentation
When: August 17, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-4332

Birthday Party
When: August 17, 2018 at 9::30 AM
Where: Goelet A.C. Beuf Senior Center – 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Road Phoenix, Arizona 85027-1021

Indoor Picnic & 4 on 4 Chair Volleyball Tournament
When: August 17, 2018 at 08:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center – 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

End of Summer Luau 10 a.m. to
When: August 17, 2018 at 10:00 AM – Noon
Where: Paradise Valley Senior Center – 17402 N. 40th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-2200

Hawaiian Luau
When: August 17, 2018 at 9:30 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Dementia Dialogues: Eyes, Ears, Nose and Throat
When: August 15, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Where: Online

‘Estate Planning’
When: August 15, 2018 at 10:15 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

“Blood Pressure” by Maricopa County
When: August 16, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

Chipotle Fundraiser
When: August 16, 2018 at 10:45 AM – 10 PM

Desert Lawn Care
When: August 16, 2018 at 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center – 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Cooking Nutrition
When: August 16, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: McDowell Place Senior Center – 1845 E. McDowell Road Phoenix, Arizona 85006-3052

Healthy Nutrition Demo with Clara
When: August 16, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Support Group for people with Parkinson’s and their Care Partners
When: August 17, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: Banner Sun Health Research Institute, 10515 W. Santa Fe Drive, Sun City, AZ

Luau
When: August 17, 2018 at 9:30 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Watermelon Eating Contest
When: August 17, 2018 at 9:30 AM
Where: South Mountain Senior Center – 212 E. Alta Vista Road Phoenix, Arizona 85042-4219

Chip in Fore Alzheimer’s
When: August 18, 2018 at 7:30 AM – 2 PM
Where: Whirlwind Golf Club at Wild Horse Pass 5692 W North Loop Rd, Chandler, Arizona 85226

Birthday Party
When: August 18, 2018 at 09:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center – 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Medicare Assistance
When: August 20, 2018 at 9:30 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Talk: Healthy Living
When: August 20, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Desert West Senior Center – 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

National Radio Day “Let’s Talk”
When: August 20, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

MAKING YOUR HOME SAFE
When: August 20, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: ​Sunnyslope Senior Center – 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-213

Talk: Healthy BINGO
When: August 21, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Desert West Senior Center – 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

National Citizens Senior Day with Allwell (Entertainment)
When: August 21, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

Artsy Smartsy
When: August 21, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-433

Senior Topics
When: August 21, 2018 at 10:30 AM
Where: Paradise Valley Senior Center – 17402 N. 40th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-2200

Senior Day Celebration
When: August 21, 2018 at 9:00 AM
Where: McDowell Place Senior Center – 1845 E. McDowell Road Phoenix, Arizona 85006-3052

Masters of Aging (Magazine Scavenger Hunt)
When: August 21, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Pecos Senior Center – 17010 S. 48th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85048-1201

Science with Seniors
When: August 21, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: South Mountain Senior Center – 212 E. Alta Vista Road Phoenix, Arizona 85042-4219

Advisory Board
When: August 22, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Anna’s Let’s Talk “Benefits of having A pet”
When: August 22, 2018 at 11:00 AM
Where: Goelet A.C. Beuf Senior Center – 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Road Phoenix, Arizona 85027-1021

Exercise Made Fun
When: August 22, 2018 at 10:15 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Birthday Celebration
When: August 22, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-433

Planning Ahead for Caregivers
When: August 22, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Banner Alzheimer’s Institute, 901 E. Willetta Street, Phoenix

East Valley Caregiver Support Group
When: August 22, 2018 at 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Where: Mesa Red Mountain Library, 635 N. Power Road, Mesa

Medicare Basics
When: August 22, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Devonshire Senior Center – 2802 E. Devonshire Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85016-8505

Luau Party
When: August 22, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Helen Drake Senior Center – 7600 N 27th Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85051-6602

Luau
When: August 22, 2018 at 1:00 PM
Where: South Mountain Senior Center – 212 E. Alta Vista Road Phoenix, Arizona 85042-4219

Healthy Eating
When: August 22, 2018 at 12:30 PM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

CareToU ( Skin Cancer )
When: August 23, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: McDowell Place Senior Center – 1845 E. McDowell Road Phoenix, Arizona 85006-3052

Olive Garden
When: August 23, 2018 at 11:30 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Crisis Response Presentation by Network
When: August 23, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

Food Demonstration
When: August 23, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: South Mountain Senior Center – 212 E. Alta Vista Road Phoenix, Arizona 85042-4219

A “Forget Me Not!” Evening
When: August 23, 2018 at 5 PM – 8 PM
Where: Sedona Winds Retirement 405 Jacks Canyon Rd, Sedona, Arizona 86351

National Sandwich Day
When: August 23, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-433

Walker Fitness Presentation
When: August 23, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-433

What’s the Scoop “Ice Cream Social” “Sponsored by United Health”
When: August 24, 2018 at 12:30 PM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

Beuf Luau
When: August 24, 2018 at 10:00 AM – Noon
Where: Goelet A.C. Beuf Senior Center – 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Road Phoenix, Arizona 85027-1021

Pets on Wheels Animal Therapy
When: August 24, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-433

Birthday Party
When: August 24, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Desert West Senior Center – 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

Friendship Day Celebration
When: August 24, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Senior Opportunities West Senior Center – 1220 S. 7th Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85007-3612

Birthday Party
When: August 24, 2018 at 12:30 PM
Where: Pecos Senior Center – 17010 S. 48th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85048-1201

SOW Friendship Day!
When: August 24, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Senior Opportunities West Senior Center – 1220 S. 7th Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85007-3612

Free Pancake Breakfast
When: August 25, 2018 at 8 AM – 10 AM
Where: Parkland Memory Care, Chandler AZ

National Dog Appreciation Day
When: August 27, 2018
Where: Desert West Senior Center – 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

Creative Aging Forgiveness Day
When: August 27, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

National Dog Appreciation Day
When: August 27, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Pecos Senior Center – 17010 S. 48th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85048-1201

Pet Therapy
When: August 20, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: ​Sunnyslope Senior Center – 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-213

Loteria
When: August 28, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Desert West Senior Center – 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

Adult Child Support Group
When: August 28, 2018 at 5:15 PM – 7:15 PM
Where: Banner Alzheimer’s Institute, 901 E. Willetta Street, Phoenix

Cooking Demonstration
When: August 28, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Chinese Senior Center – 734 W. Elm St. Phoenix, Arizona 85013-2416

Know the 10 Signs
When: August 28, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center – 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Banner Brain Health Program
When: August 29, 2018 at 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Cahill Senior Center, 715 W. Fifth Street, Tempe

‘Scams / ID Theft’
When: August 29, 2018 at 10:15 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Birthday Party
When: August 30, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Art With Christy
When: August 30, 2018 at 1:00 PM
Where: South Mountain Senior Center – 212 E. Alta Vista Road Phoenix, Arizona 85042-4219

Labor Day Celebration
When: August 30, 2018 at 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-433

Book Club
When: August 30, 2018 at 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center – 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Healthy Eating
When: August 30, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Pecos Senior Center – 17010 S. 48th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85048-1201

Helen Drake “Special Surprise Event” at Marcos
When: August 30, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

Labor Day Celebration with Adam Diaz
When: August 30, 2018 at 9:00 AM
Where: Desert West Senior Center – 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

Ice Cream Social
When: August 31, 2018 at 12:30 PM
Where: McDowell Place Senior Center – 1845 E. McDowell Road Phoenix, Arizona 85006-3052

Labor Day “Indoor” Picnic
When: August 31, 2018 at 09:00 AM
Where: ​​​Pecos Senior Center 17010 S. 48th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85048-1201

Ongoing Events:

Memory Cafe at Tempe Public Library
When: Every Mondays (except August 20, 2018) at 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Tempe Public Library, 3500 S. Rural Road, Tempe

With Art in MInd
When: Every Tuesdays at 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Where: Phoenix Center for the Arts, 1202 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Coffee Talk for People with Parkinson’s and their Care Partners
When: Every Fridays (except August 17, 2018) at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: Banner Sun Health Research Institute, 10515 W. Santa Fe Drive, Sun City, AZ

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
When: August 2 & 15, 2018 at 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Banner Sun Health Research Institute, 10515 W. Santa Fe Drive, Sun City, AZ

Early Stage Dementia and Care Partner Support Group
When: August 3 & 17, 2018 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Where: Banner Sun Health Research Institute, 10515 W. Santa Fe Drive, Sun City, AZ

Wii Bowling Tournament
When: Every Mondays at 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-4332

Fun Bingo
When: August 10 & 21, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: ​Adam Diaz Senior Center – 4115 W. Thomas Road Phoenix, Arizona 85019-4332

Cantonese Singing Group
When: 10:00 AM Mondays and Fridays
Where: Chinese Senior Center 734 W. Elm St. Phoenix, Arizona 85013-2416

Mandarin Singing Group
When: 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM every Wednesdays
Where: Chinese Senior Center 734 W. Elm St. Phoenix, Arizona 85013-2416

Modelling Class
When: Every Friday at 9:00 AM
Where: Chinese Senior Center 734 W. Elm St. Phoenix, Arizona 85013-2416

Chinese Citizenship Classes
When: Every Tuesdays at 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Where: Chinese Senior Center 734 W. Elm St. Phoenix, Arizona 85013-2416

English Citizenship Classes
When: Every Wednesdays at 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Where: Chinese Senior Center 734 W. Elm St. Phoenix, Arizona 85013-2416

Alzheimer’s Support
When: August 1 & 15,, 2018 at 4:00 PM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Caseworker
When: August 13 & 27, 2018 at 8:30 AM
Where: Deer Valley Senior Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85027-4200

Sit & Fit
When: August 1, 15 & 29, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Desert West Senior Center 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

Aromatherapy Class
When: August 9, 16, & 23, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Desert West Senior Center 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

Arts & Crafts with Christy
When: August 7 at 9:00 AM & 22 at 12:30 PM
Where: Desert West Senior Center – 6501 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85035-1500

Friends Week 2018
When: August 20, 22 & 24, 2018 at 10:00 AM
Where: Devonshire Senior Center – 2802 E. Devonshire Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85016-8505

Nutrition Expedition
When: August 9 & 23, 2018 at 9:30 AM
Where: Devonshire Senior Center – 2802 E. Devonshire Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85016-8505

Mental Health First Aid
When: August 9 & 16, 2018 at 1:00 PM
Where: Devonshire Senior Center – 2802 E. Devonshire Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85016-8505

AARP© SAFETY DRIVING
When: Fourth Monday of Every Month at 8:00 AM
Where: Helen Drake Senior Center – 7600 N 27th Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85051-6602

Rummage Sale
When: August 14 & 15, 2018 at 9:00 AM
Where: Marcos de Niza Senior Center – 305 W. Pima St. Phoenix, Arizona 85003-2748

Arts with Christy
When: August 8 & 22, 2018 at 8:30 AM
Where: McDowell Place Senior Center – 1845 E. McDowell Road Phoenix, Arizona 85006-3052

Bingo
When: Every Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30 PM to 02:00 PM
Where: McDowell Place Senior Center – 1845 E. McDowell Road Phoenix, Arizona 85006-3052

Bingo
When: Every Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Where: ​​​Paradise Valley Senior Center – 17402 N. 40th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-2200

Bingo
When: Every Fridays at 10:00 AM
Where: ​​​Pecos Senior Center 17010 S. 48th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85048-1201

Apples of Gold
When: August 20 – 24, 2018
Where: ​​​Pecos Senior Center 17010 S. 48th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85048-1201

Health Services Advisory Group Class (DEEP)
When: Every Fridays (except August 24, 2018 at 1:00 PM
Where: ​​​Pecos Senior Center 17010 S. 48th St. Phoenix, Arizona 85048-1201

Beginning Tai Chi/Qigong
When: Tuesdays, July 17 to Sept. 11 (except Aug 14, 2018) at 3 to 4 p.m.
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Beginning Tai Chi
When: Thursdays, July 19 to Sept. 13 (except Aug 16, 2018) at 3 to 4 p.m.
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Intermediate Tai Chi
When: Tuesdays, July 17 to Sept. 11 (except Aug 14, 2018) at 9 to 10 a.m.
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Low-Impact Aerobics
When: Tuesdays (1:30 to 2:30 p.m.) and Thursdays (12:30 to 1:30 p.m.) July 17 to Sept. 13 (except Aug. 14, 2018)
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

30 Minute Chair Yoga
When: Wednesdays (12:30 to 1 p.m.) July 18 to Sept. 12 (except Aug. 16, 2018)
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Chair and Standing Yoga
When: Fridays (8:15 to 9:15 a.m) July 20 to Sept. 14 (except Aug. 15, 2018)
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Chair and Standing Yoga
When: Thursdays (1:45 to 2:45 p.m) July 19 to Sept. 13 (except Aug. 17, 2018)
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Creative Writers Club
When: Mondays (1 to 3 p.m.) July 16 to Sept. 10 (except Aug. 13 & Sept 3)
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Beginning Computers
When: Tuesdays (9 to 11 a.m.) July 17 to Aug. 7
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Intermediate Spanish
When: Mondays (9 to 11 a.m.) July 16 to Sept. 10 (except Aug. 13 & Sept 3)
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Beginning Spanish
When: Tuesdays (9 to 11 a.m.) July 17 to Sept. 11 (except Aug. 14))
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

English as a Second Language (ESL)
When: Mondays & Tuesdays (10 to 11 a.m.) July 16 to Sept. 11 (except Aug 13 & 14)
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Crochet and Knitting
When: Thursdays (12:30 to 1:30 p.m.) July 19 to Sept. 13 (except Aug 16)
Where: Shadow Mountain Senior Center 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85032-6100

Yoga
When: Every Mondays at 1:00 PM and Every Wednesdays at 9:00 AM
Where: South Mountain Senior Center 212 E. Alta Vista Road Phoenix, Arizona 85042-4219

Tai Chi
When: Every Thursdays at 9:00 AM
Where: South Mountain Senior Center 212 E. Alta Vista Road Phoenix, Arizona 85042-4219

Walking Club
When: Every Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 AM
Where: South Mountain Senior Center 212 E. Alta Vista Road Phoenix, Arizona 85042-4219

HSAG Diabetes Workshop
When: Every Mondays, July 2, 9, 16, 23,30
Where: South Mountain Senior Center 212 E. Alta Vista Road Phoenix, Arizona 85042-4219

Aromatherapy
When: Fridays at 10:00 a.m. from August 3 to August 31
Where: Sunnyslope Senior Center 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-2131

Chair Yoga
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. from July 3 to September 27
Where: Sunnyslope Senior Center 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-2131

Diabetes Workshop
When: Tuesdays at 9 a.m. from July 17 to August 28
Where: Sunnyslope Senior Center 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-2131

Line Dancing
When: Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. from July 12 to August 30
Where: Sunnyslope Senior Center 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-2131

Mat and Standing Yoga
When: Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. from July 11 to September 26
Where: Sunnyslope Senior Center 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-2131

Pilates
When: Mondays (10:30 a.m.), Wednesdays (2:30 p.m.) & Fridays (2:30 p.m.)
Where: Sunnyslope Senior Center 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-2131

Strength Training
When: Mondays, Wednesdays & Friday at 9:30 a.m.
Where: Sunnyslope Senior Center 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-2131

Tai Chi
When: Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m.
Where: Sunnyslope Senior Center 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-2131

Fine Arts
When: Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m.
Where: Sunnyslope Senior Center 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-2131

Jewelry Making
When: Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m.
Where: Sunnyslope Senior Center 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-2131

Beginning Guitar
When: Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. from July 12 to August 23
Where: Sunnyslope Senior Center 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-2131

Readers Theatre
When: Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. from Aug 30 to September 15
Where: Sunnyslope Senior Center 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-2131

Wood Art
When: Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. from July 19 to August 9
Where: Sunnyslope Senior Center 802 E. Vogel Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85020-2131

Top 3 Healthy Eating Tips for Seniors

Top 3 Healthy Eating Tips for Seniors

Top 3 Healthy Eating Tips for Seniors

It’s a known fact that as we age, our body’s metabolism slows down and our body’s system gets weaker making us more prone to developing chronic diseases. This is why seniors, in particular, may need to change their diet especially when their diet is composed of unhealthy foods.

Physicians usually recommend that seniors should eat lots of fruits and vegetables as well as proteins and whole grains in order for them to maintain a healthy diet that could improve their overall health.

The American Dietetic Association has recommended that aside from a healthy diet, caregivers could also take part in boosting their loved one’s health by incorporating a few extra nutrients in their food.

1.  Fix Them a Nutrient-Rich Meal

As a person ages, there is a need for them to decrease their calorie intake and increase their nutrient intake. Nutrients such as calcium, omega 3, and potassium are important to provide enough nutrients for your senior loved one.  Here’s why:

Calcium

As people grow older, they become more susceptible to vitamin D and calcium deficiency which could affect their bone health. This is why there is a need for older people to increase their calcium intake in order to maintain their bone strength. Aside from that, lack of calcium in the body could also help increase blood pressure.

According to the World Health Organization, people over the age of 50 are recommended to take at least 1,200 milligrams of calcium each day. This is more or less equal to 4 cups of orange juice, dairy milk, fortified non-dairy milk such as soy or almond. Kale, turnip greens, and other leafy vegetables are also known to be rich in calcium that is easily absorbed by the body.

If your loved one finds it challenging to incorporate this much calcium into their everyday meal, your physician may recommend calcium supplements should they need it.

Omega 3

Omega 3 fatty acids have shown that they are extremely helpful in reducing oxidative stress and inflammation in the body which are one of the top causes of heart diseases, arthritis, and cancer. Canola oil, flaxseed oil, flaxseed, walnuts, and fish are great sources of the omega 3 nutrient. Seniors are recommended to have at least 2 meals per week that are rich in this nutrient. If there is a need to fill in the deficiency, your loved one’s doctor may recommend omega 3 supplements.

2. Reduce Sodium Intake

One of the most important thing that a caregiver can do to reduce the risk of hypertension in their senior loved one is to prepare a meal that has a low salt content. Many people don’t know that table salt only accounts for a small percentage of the overall sodium content in food.

Processed, frozen or any takeout foods are usually the type of food that have a high sodium content so it’s best for seniors to eat less or completely avoid these. Fresh frozen produce, on the other hand, along with dry beans, unsalted nuts, and nut butter, and whole grains like oats or brown rice are known to have less sodium content. As much as possible try to incorporate these types of food to your loved one’s diet.

3. Let them Drink Lots of Water

Older people are more at risk for dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. The main reason is that as a person ages, the body’s ability to conserve water is reduced and older people often don’t feel thirsty and when they do, the body’s fluid levels are already low. Even if that’s the case, they still need the same amount of liquids in their bodies which is why you need to make sure that they’re drinking water as often as they can even if they don’t feel thirsty.

You can tell if your loved one is properly hydrated or lacks water through the color of their urine. If their urine is clear or light-colored, they’re likely properly hydrated. However, if it appears cloudy or dark in color, then it’s a sure sign that they need to start drinking lots of fluids.

Helping Your Senior Loved One Switch to a Healthier Diet

Making the switch to a healthier diet can be quite challenging for most people – especially seniors since they have become stuck to the habit.  Most people are not usually open to changes. This statement holds true for the seniors which is why it’s important to make gradual changes. 

There are times when your senior loved one will resist making dietary changes even if the doctor says so.  It’s especially common among dementia patients who sometimes insist on doing what they want.  However, you may be able to do something about this by being creative.

Deciding to make dietary changes is essential especially as people get older. Giving your senior loved one a nutrient-rich meal as often as possible helps in preventing and managing chronic medical issues such as cardiovascular diseases. Eating healthy won’t only ensure that your loved one’s health is at its best but it will also ensure that they will spend the rest of their golden years with so much more energy.

At Vista Living Senior Care, our team helps seniors improve the quality of their life by making our purpose built 10 resident Luxury Senior Care Homes in the Phoenix Arcadia area something special.  We focus on Care, Healthier Diet and an Activity Program Focused on Smiles & Laughter.

Sit and Be FIT exercises start our days and attendance is impressive with no one showing up late.

Vista Living Exercise Program

Seniors exercising At Vista Living Senior Care

We urge you to consider Vista Living Senior Care for your loved one, please schedule a tour and learn how we can help.  We know we have something special. Let us show you.  

For more information please call Vista Living Senior Care at 480-456-1919 or Visit VistaLiving.net.