The Benefits of Gardening for Seniors Few would disagree that being out in nature helps calm the emotions and lift one’s mood. And if that outdoor time is spent cultivating a garden, there are even more benefits to enjoy. Gardening activities for seniors combine productive physical effort, social interaction, and exposure to the open air and sunlight. Sunlight…
Category Archives: Senior Living
Jun
14
2021
Retirement shouldn’t mean retiring from doing what we love and what keeps us healthy. There’s no such thing as retiring from life. In fact, when new residents arrive at Symphony, they can expect to find intriguing avenues to inspire each day and enrich their lives long term. Our communities set a high bar for senior living…
Apr
12
2021
Even though the vaccine has become widely available and many businesses are reopening, many states across the country are still enforcing social distancing rules. If you’re an older adult, social distancing might introduce a few hiccups to your normal spring schedule. Activities as simple as going out to brunch with friends may have become a…
Mar
22
2021
Before you or a loved one make the transition to a senior living community, it’s natural to wonder what life will look like there. You might have gone on tours during your search, but you want a more detailed look behind the scenes. What sort of activities can you expect? Are there any special amenities…
Jan
19
2021
“I would rather walk with a friend in the dark, than alone in the light.” —Helen Keller A long walk in the sunshine, a hot cup of coffee, a bowl of popcorn with a classic movie — everything is better with a good friend. And that doesn’t change as we get older. In fact, imperative…
Jan
14
2021
There’s no question that coronavirus (COVID-19) has caused everyone to adopt a new normal. Whether it was a variety of arts and entertainment businesses put on hold or being separated from family members, everyone faced challenges. And for senior living communities, there were and still are a variety of unprecedented obstacles to overcome. When the…
Dec
18
2020
Oh, the weather outside is frightful, But the fire is so delightful. And since we’ve no place to go, Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! That classic holiday song was written back in 1945 and has since spread in popularity all over the world. But here in Ottawa, we understand some of…
Dec
09
2020
Now that the holiday season is in full swing, you can already picture the stockings hanging from the fireplace and the smell of home-cooked meals in the air. After a tough year, the spirit of the holidays is bound to bring joy and a sense of reassurance to your family. And you want to make…
Nov
25
2020
We’ve all been there: you buy a product or service you were looking forward to only to be left with a feeling of guilt in your stomach. Buyer’s remorse is a very unpleasant feeling that has a habit of sticking with you. And the bigger the decision, the more intense the feeling of buyer’s remorse…
Sep
22
2020
For seniors, one of the most common problems faced comes in the form of isolation and loneliness. In fact,a survey conducted by the National Poll of Healthy Aging found that one out of every three seniors is lonely. Whether you or a loved one is feeling a bit of the blues, there’s a way to…