Is Senior Affordable Housing Really Affordable?
Share the Post: When older adult communities list their housing as “affordable”, what does that actually mean? The term affordable generally refers to something that is reasonably priced and within the financial means of the intended consumers or target population. However, the exact definition can vary depending on context, location and the financial situation of…
The Benefits of Seasonal Eating – Even in Winter!
Share the Post: Eating seasonally has multiple benefits for overall health, especially for older adults. Those living at Kavod Senior Life – in both Senior and Assisted Living – enjoy a meal plan full of seasonal vegetables, both in main and side dishes. In fact, Kavod provides 35 different kinds of fresh salads over…
What to Consider When Moving To Assisted Living
A lot of us can relate to the unease of moving. Of all life’s experiences, it is one of the most stressful by far! If you or a loved one is moving to Assisted Living because of increased care needs, it can add even more things to your already large mental checklist. To ease this…
Kavod Senior Life earns prestigious Beacon Award for “Best in Wellness”
Kavod is proud to announce that it has won the 2022 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award, which recognizes the Top 25 senior living communities in North America. Honoring the “Best in Wellness,” the annual Beacon Awards are presented by the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA), which leads, connects and defines the active-aging industry, and NuStep,…
Don’t Worry, Be Happy – What Science Has to Say About Happiness
What is happiness? Some say it is just a feeling, one of the “ups” that come with the ups and downs of life. Others say it is something to be achieved, like an end point. Either way, it certainly could be said that everyone could benefit by having a little more happiness in his or…
The Three Important “C”s of Assisted Living
Older adults who are not aware of their changing physical, social or emotional needs may be resistant to receiving outside support, especially if a move to Assisted Living is their best option. One way to break down this resistance is to highlight the benefits of Assisted Living, which far outweigh any perceived sacrifices. Individuals residing…
Beating the Summertime Blues
Sometimes I wonder what I’m a-gonna to do‘Cause there ain’t no cure for the summertime blues. In 1959, Eddie Cochran penned and performed this catchy song. Little did he likely realize he had coined a phrase describing a real mental/emotional issue. Known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), this form of depression is usually associated with…
Housing & Health: How to Help Low Income Residents Age in Place
The benefits of building a robust health program in a low-income setting are numerous. Both external studies and internal assessments gathered by Kavod’s Health & Wellness team show that both individuals and the community as a whole see improvements. Kavod’s Health & Wellness Director, Amanda “Mandie” Birchem, oversees the clinics, programs and initiatives for the…
How to Make Quicker, Easier Decisions
Have you ever stood in the grocery aisle trying to decide which cereal, soup or cookie to put in your cart? Alternatively, have you felt stuck trying to choose a film to watch or purchase something online? You may be experiencing what experts call “choice overload.” This syndrome can hinder your decision-making skills and even…