by admin | Apr 7, 2022 | ALLE Learning, Brain Engagement, Classes, Experience, Lifelong Learning Classes, Senior Discussions, Well-being
During a recent ALLE Learning class that explored the history of Route 66, lifelong learners compared information and memories that reflected and recalled many different reasons for travel on the infamous highway. Most of the memories were funny such as a child - one...
by admin | Feb 8, 2022 | ALLE Learning, Brain Health, Depression, Emotion, Experience, Health & Wellness, Well-being
One challenging aspect of aging comes later in life when older adults seek new and interesting ways to continue having purpose and meaning in their lives. Retiring from a job, moving from a long-time home, or feeling disconnected from familiar daily routines can lead...
by admin | Jan 14, 2022 | Brain Engagement, Brain Health, Emotion, Experience, Health & Wellness, Well-being
The start of a new year is an opportunity to implement new programs and practices that benefit seniors. To encourage residents to look to the future and see the positives in their lives, consider adding a daily Gratitude Practice to your community’s wellness routine....
by admin | Oct 13, 2021 | Brain Engagement, Brain Health, Dementia Information, Health & Wellness, Memory Care, Senior Discussions, Well-being
Aging, by design, brings new challenges to all of us. The adage that age is just a number may be a pleasant thought but falls flat in reality. That doesn’t mean older people have to give up on things. Instead, they must find ways to live differently. Jane E. Brody...
by admin | Sep 17, 2021 | Brain Health, Health & Wellness, Well-being
Much of the discussion on how to help people with cognitive impairment involves medication. But plenty of research indicates that diet plays a part in maintaining a healthy brain. A recent large-scale study published in the journal Neurology shows promising evidence...
by admin | Aug 25, 2021 | ALLE Learning, Lifelong Learning Classes, Senior Discussions, Well-being
Studies show lifelong learning promotes brain health, and most older adults embrace the idea of keeping their mind active and staying informed about the world around them. But “lifelong learning” often conjures an image of seniors sitting in front of a screen or...
