Senior Living News

The Benefits of Socialization for Seniors

A father of the fatherless, and a judge of the widows, is God in his holy habitation. God setteth the solitary in families: he bringeth out those which are bound with chains: Psalms 68:5-6aThe staff members and residents in Hickory Villa form a close-knit community which lives, works and plays together. This togetherness brings a comforting security to each day and is one of the ways that an assisted living community enriches the lives of everyone involved.

Getting Exercise In Indoors At Your Assisted Living Community

With spring a few months away and cold winter winds still blowing in Kearney, seniors living in the Cambridge Court assisted living community may be looking for a way to beat the winter blues and stay active.There's a reason winter weight gain is such a cliche. As the days grow shorter, temperatures drop and outdoor environments become more inhospitable, people of every age become more sedentary. And it's no wonder: your favorite chair near a fire or a warm blanket in bed can be the best of companions on a warm winter morning or afternoon.

Five Ways to Read More for Your Faith

December is Spiritual Literacy Month, and with the holidays encroaching and making schedules busy, this is a great time for residents at Hickory Villa to make a commitment to spending more time reading to support their faith.One reason to bolster your faith-based reading habit in December is because it promotes seeking some quiet, restful time during a season that can be overwhelming. Plus, with the new year approaching and the reason for the season causing many to turn toward spiritual thoughts, it's a great time to cement a new habit.

Why Seniors Don’t Have to Say Yes to Every Holiday Party

The holidays come with a variety of activities and obligations for each person, with some people feeling more pressure to attend events, parties and gatherings than other. But the hectic pace of the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas can have implications for mental health and happiness — even for seniors who are living retirement years in an assisted living community. Managing your time and resources wisely helps you enjoy the holidays without experiencing negative effects to your mental and physical health.

Shining a Light From Your Assisted Living Apartment

Psalm 18:28 says "You, Lord, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light."Not only does God turn our darkness into light, he calls us to shine that light into the world around us. That shining isn't so others can see our brightness, but so they can see the work of Christ in us. Living in an assisted living community doesn't remove God's call to be a light in the darkness of the world; in some ways, being a part of a community like that at Hickory Villa in Omaha, NE, makes it more important to be a beacon.

Three Tips for Spending Time with Your Grandkids

As we celebrate National Grandparents Day this month in Hickory Villa, let us remember the special role that God has given to many seniors. In Deuteronomy 4:9 KJV, God calls grandparents to not forget the many things they have learned in their lives and to pass them on to their families.

5 Sandwiches That Don't Require Cold Cuts

Sandwiches are the mainstay of lunchtime, but when you live in an apartment here at Hickory Villa and don’t have a lot of refrigerator space, storing them can be a challenge. You can make sandwiches from so many more ingredients than just lunch meat, however. This is especially helpful if you need to maintain your blood sugar levels between meals or just need a fast go-to when you don’t want to go to the dining room.

3 Phone Scams to Guard Against

Scammers work hard to trick unsuspecting people into giving up personal information or money, and knowing how to recognize a phone scam can ensure you aren’t losing your money or risking your finances or credit. Here are three current scams to watch out for.

3 Reasons to Get Tech-Savvy This Summer

Anywhere you look, technology is available to enhance — or interfere, depending on how you see it — with every aspect of your daily life. Whether you already embrace technology or simply want to develop some skills to be able to use more devices or services, consider these three reasons why you should work to become tech-savvy this summer. Then you can explore opportunities to learn more online, with lessons from friends or family or classes offered locally here in Omaha.

4 Outdoor Activities that Won't Make You Sweat This Summer

Staying cool in the summer months is important, particularly if your body no longer regulates heat very well. But how can you resist the wonderful weather outside? It’s bright and sunny, you’ve been pent up inside all winter, and that means it’s time to enjoy some sunshine. Here’s how to enjoy your Omaha summer without breaking a sweat this year.