The Art of Living Blog

Balance and Strength Exercises for Seniors

Losing your footing can be an incredibly scary feeling. Your arms flail from the adrenaline, but sometimes we can catch ourselves before a serious injury occurs. However, as we age, it can become harder and harder to watch our balance and catch falls — the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) tells us that one in four older people fal...

What Are the Advantages of Living in a Senior Living Community?

Retirement is an exciting stage in your life. You have more time to go out and explore the world or to simply relax and enjoy each day as it comes. And there’s no better way to enjoy life to the fullest extent than by choosing to move to a senior living community. ...

Mind Over Matter: Mental Health for Seniors

The World Health Organization (WHO) tells us that about 15% of seniors suffer from a mental disorder....

Wellness Programs for Seniors

Of Americans age 65 and over, 11% live with some type of mental illness. This statistic, published in Mental Health, United States, 2010, by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, underscores the importance of access to senior wellness programs. At Stonebridge at Montgomery, supporting mental wellness is just one of the goal...