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Navigating the Holidays With Dementia: Tips for a Joyful and Stress-Free Season

Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Events, Health, Holidays, Memory Care, Senior Living / Civitas Senior

The holiday season is a time for togetherness and celebration, but for seniors living with dementia — and their caregivers — it also brings unique challenges. With a little planning and understanding, you can alleviate holiday stressors and create meaningful moments for everyone involved like our team does at Long Creek. What Are the Impacts […]

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Tuberculosis vs COVID: Understanding the Shift in Global Health

COVID, Health / Civitas Senior

The COVID pandemic was unlike anything most of us have ever lived through before. Thankfully, the vaccines work, but this is no time to let one’s guard down for infectious diseases. Although it never went away, tuberculosis (TB) has made a significant reappearance, surpassing COVID-19 as the leading global concern. This shift demands our attention

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All About Our Sunnyvale Dining for Seniors: Menus & Special Features

Assisted Living, Events, Health, Independent Living, Memory Care, Retirement, Senior Living / Civitas Senior

At Long Creek, our residents look forward to every meal with great anticipation. We believe in the Nourish to Flourish philosophy, which guides our senior living dining program. Resident meal fatigue can be a concern in other communities, but Long Creek residents needn’t worry. We have a diverse menu, rotating dining options, and special offerings

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Intentional Design for Better Mobility in Senior Living

Apartments, Assisted Living, Health, Independent Living, Memory Care, Moving, Retirement, Senior Living, Technology / Civitas Senior

Navigating your home should be easy and enjoyable, especially as you age. Accessibility for seniors and people with disabilities is not an option. It is an absolute necessity. However, the average cost of modifying a home can easily add up and become thousands of dollars. Finding an assisted living community that eliminates climbing stairs makes

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Civitas Senior Living Services: Partnering With The Best

Activities, Apartments, Assisted Living, Health, Independent Living, Memory Care, Retirement, Senior Living / Civitas Senior

Civitas Senior Living communities are more than just apartments and caregivers. Think of them as small cities, bustling with multiple amenities and enriched by our various senior living services. We value not only our dedicated team members but also our medical and non-medical senior care partners. This network of services ensures that our residents enjoy

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Restaurants in Sunnyvale, TX: Enhancing the Dining Experience for Seniors

Activities, Apartments, Assisted Living, Health, Memory Care, Senior Living / Civitas Senior

For many seniors in Sunnyvale, TX, mealtimes fall short of their joyful potential for different reasons. Imagine feeling isolated or facing difficulties in accessing delicious, nutritious food. When seniors don’t share meals with loved ones, or the opportunity for vibrant culinary experiences is limited, this essential part of daily life can become a chore instead

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Don’t Overheat: Sunnyvale Summer Hydration Guide for Seniors

Assisted Living, Health, Independent Living, Memory Care, Senior Living / Civitas Senior

As we enter the peak heat wave season, one of the most critical aspects of staying healthy is keeping cool. For seniors, this is especially important. Staying hydrated is where senior wellness starts. The Advantages of Continuum of Care in Senior Living Download our free brochure and checklist to ensure the senior living community you

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How a Continuum of Care in Sunnyvale, TX Benefits Seniors

Activities, Assisted Living, Health, Independent Living, Memory Care, Senior Living / Civitas Senior

As our loved ones age, their care needs often evolve. Supporting them through those transitions might feel overwhelming, but the concept of a continuum of care offers guidance. It can ensure they receive the appropriate support at each stage of their journey. But what is a continuum of care, and how does it benefit seniors?

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What Is The Sandwich Generation, and What Does It Mean for Family Caregiving?

Assisted Living, Health, Memory Care, Moving / Civitas Senior

As demands multiply, many adults are struggling with the challenges of caring for their elderly parents while raising their children in a complex web of responsibilities. This group, often called the “sandwich generation,” faces special challenges that require immense dedication, patience, and support. Even if you’re not in the sandwich generation, learning about these caregivers’

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Civitas Senior Living | Senior eating muffin

Which is Best for Seniors: Sugar, Additives, or No Sweetener?

Health, Senior Living / Civitas Senior

Sugar Substitute Linked to Stroke and Heart Attack Recent research underscores the potential dangers of a commonly used sugar substitute, and this is something you’ll want to know about. A June 2024 Cleveland Clinic study published in the European Heart Journal highlighted the health risks of xylitol. According to this report, higher amounts of this

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Navigating the Holidays With Dementia: Tips for a Joyful and Stress-Free Season

Tuberculosis vs COVID: Understanding the Shift in Global Health

All About Our Sunnyvale Dining for Seniors: Menus & Special Features

Intentional Design for Better Mobility in Senior Living

Civitas Senior Living Services: Partnering With The Best

Restaurants in Sunnyvale, TX: Enhancing the Dining Experience for Seniors

Don’t Overheat: Sunnyvale Summer Hydration Guide for Seniors

How a Continuum of Care in Sunnyvale, TX Benefits Seniors

What Is The Sandwich Generation, and What Does It Mean for Family Caregiving?

Which is Best for Seniors: Sugar, Additives, or No Sweetener?

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