The Science of Connection: How Socialization Helps You Live a Longer, Healthier, and Happier Life

When we think about aging well, most of us picture eating right, exercising, and keeping up with medical care. But another factor belongs on that list: our social connections. Research shows that having strong, supportive relationships can be just as powerful for health as exercise or nutrition. Staying connected brings more than companionship. It can [...]

How Respite Care Can Support Seniors from Recovery to New Beginnings

At one time or another, all of us will need a little extra help, like when we’re recovering from an injury or illness or after surgery. For older adults, these times can be made more difficult by complicated care needs that are difficult to manage for both the individual and their caregivers. In these cases, [...]

Get more later in life by giving back

Find purpose, hope, and happiness through volunteerism We’ve all heard that regardless of where we are in life, it’s important for us to stay active, socialize regularly and find a sense of purpose to help keep our brains sharp and contribute to better long-term mental health. But as we age and experience life changes that […]

Caring for a loved one? Making Your Mental Wellness a Priority is the First Step.

Many of us are striving to adopt new healthy habits that change our lives for the better. One area that we often forget to focus on is our own mental health. Fortunately, it’s always a good time to prioritize our Mental Wellness and empower people to prioritize their mental well-being by fostering self-awareness, seeking support, […]

What’s Next Once You’ve Realized Your Loved One Needs More Help?

Tips for taking the next step Making the decision to explore a senior living community for a loved one can be challenging and emotional for everyone involved, even when it is the right choice. Feelings of grief, anxiety or fear are common, and can make it confusing to navigate your next steps forward. To make […]

4 Heart-Healthy Recipes That Don’t Skip a Beat!

Nearly every American knows someone who has been affected by heart disease. Whether it’s a family member, friend or even ourselves, those who suffer from heart disease are often told to focus on exercise and a heart-healthy diet—and that can be overwhelming. At Belmont Village, we take care of the cooking for our residents and […]

Heart Talks: 10 Tips for Avoiding Heart Disease

Heart disease is common in the United States, and many of us know that it can be challenging to maintain a heart-healthy lifestyle at times. As we age, our risk for cardiovascular health concerns only rises. According to the CDC, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. This statistics isn’t […]

How Nutrition & Dining Affect Brain Health

Current research says a brain-healthy diet encourages blood flow to the brain, bringing in the right balance of nutrients to function well. But did you know that the act of dining—of socializing with others and building connections and community—can also contribute to better brain health? In fact, to be most effective, a brain-healthy diet should […]

Why Boosting Our Immunities is Essential

Information about “boosting” your immune system through dietary and nutritional supplements is constantly pushed on us in essentially every sphere: whether it be on social media, an ad in your favorite magazine, or on the radio as you commute to work. It seems that if you aren’t adding a supplemental source of immunity-boosting vitamins to […]

Understanding Diabetes Risk Factors

Since the 1950s, the number of people with diabetes in the United States has steadily increased, and today, more than 11% of Americans have diabetes. This statistic is alarming – and it means that you or someone you know either has or will develop diabetes in the future. Because this percentage continues to rise, it […]