Senior living can feel like a whole new world with its own language and unfamiliar rules. We want you to know that you’re not the only one who is confused when it comes to navigating this new landscape. And that’s why we are here to...
For millions of unpaid U.S. caregivers, finding a healthy balance between taking care of children and elderly loved ones is a constant challenge—and often a drain on time, health, and finances. According to a 2017 report from Transamerica Institute, 74 percent surveyed have been caregivers for...
One in two women and up to one in four men over the age of 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis, according to the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF). Osteoporosis is a bone disease characterized by fragile and brittle bones. It’s often called a...
Are you having conversations with your parents or a loved one about moving them to assisted living? Here are a few points you might want to discuss with them as you help make this tough decision. Myth 1: I’ll miss my home too much. Reality: To be...
You know exercise is good for you, but exactly how good is it? Take a look at these stats: > Older women who are physically active are 40% to 50% less likely to die from heart disease or cancer, according to a study published in the...
ATLANTA, March 15, 2021 – Nearly one year after the coronavirus pandemic entered the United States, causing businesses to shut down, schools to move to remote lessons and long-term care communities to close their doors to visitors, the long-term care, memory care and assisted living...
If you’ve been thinking about starting a new hobby, you’re not alone. As the pandemic swept across the country, senior adults adapted new ways to spend their time in isolation. According to the Wall Street Journal, online classes in chess, art, and music saw...
McKnight’s Senior Living announced the addition of Cobblestone Homemaker Idris Muhammad to the Park Springs team. Muhammad, who has appeared on the Food Network’s Cut Throat Kitchen and Beat Bobby Flay, will prepare and serve healthy menu items featuring seasonal cuisine and fresh ingredients in...
Food Network Chef Idris Muhammad of Cut Throat Kitchen and Beat Bobby Flay Fame Joins Park Springs Food and Beverage Team as Cobblestone Homemaker ATLANTA, December 1, 2020 – Park Springs has added renowned chef Idris Muhammad to the Stone Mountain, Georgia-based life plan community’s food...
Two of Park Springs' newest Members are making a smooth transition to Life Plan Community Living. As a son of the low country, Ross loved growing up on the ocean near Pauley’s Island South Carolina. Just like the famous author from that area, Pat Conroy...