Prior to the Coronavirus outbreak, America was already in the depths of a public health crisis, one of social isolation and loneliness. One 2020 index notes that three in five Americans report a persistent sense of loneliness. Young people, ages 18 - 22, men and heavy social media users, were most likely to report feelings of isolation. Social isolation can generally be defined as a state of complete or near-complete lack of contact between an individual and society. The

Whether a proverbial road trip or flying across the globe, few things excite the spirit and energize the soul like travel. For senior ...

An individualized, well-planned activities program is at the heart of quality living for residents in nursing homes ...

Assisted living does not mean the end of independence or that residents have to give up activities they enjoyed in the past. In fact, it can be the opposite for many seniors who have been aging alone or living with family members who do not have the time to support their activities. Assisted Living Facilities can actually offer a greater array of social opportunities to seniors. The benefits of activity and interaction are numerous and profound. The elimination of isolation

Ensure that your residents or loved ones, enjoy their birthday by giving them something they will talk about all year long. You can give your residents or loved ones the opportunity to travel the world and have an experience that is unmatched from their typical day. Through live video streaming they can choose their destination and have a tour guide take them and the other residents, on an one-hour tour, answering questions and stimulating their minds. They can choose to go s

Many polls find that people wished they traveled more in life. Seniors, who can truly benefit from the mental stimulation of travel, often have the most challenges doing so. At the top of the list of those challenges are: · Concern about mobility in places they know nothing about such as available wheelchair ramps and comfortable places to sit and rest · Worry about their health, doctors permission to travel and prescription management · Complications of changing their daily

Travel is good for the mind. Seniors brains stay active and engaged when exploring new places and learning new things. Visiting a new city, learning about a new culture, strolling a museum, having conversations with people and seeing new sights can stimulate the mental muscles and keep seniors brains active and engaged. Travel, especially with a group is also effective at combating isolation in seniors. Taking part in a group experience keeps you connected with people and all