Senior Living News

A Guide to Instacart for Older Adults

Constantly changing technology offers new and improved ways of shopping. While older adults may not be as adept at using smartphones and laptops as their younger counterparts, embracing digital tools such as Instacart opens up those with limited mobility to a world of added convenience. This shopping service lets you order high-quality food and groceries from your own home with fuss-free delivery to your location, all without having to stand in lines or load and unload bags from your car. This guide walks older Kansas City adults, either at home or in assisted living spaces like The Gardens at Barry Road, through how to use Instacart, including navigating key features with confidence.

9 Top Social Media Apps for Seniors

At The Gardens at Barry Road senior living community, we see firsthand how technology allows our residents to connect with loved ones and make new friends here in Kansas City, MO, and around the world. Social media is one example of a form of technology that fosters connections, and this list includes our top picks for social media apps for seniors.

4 Common Preventable Hospitalizations for Older Adults

In the United States, older adults account for more than 13 million hospitalizations per year. Some of these hospitalizations are potentially preventable, which means they might have been avoided if a primary care provider had been successful at managing the patient's condition on an outpatient basis. If you have one of these conditions, work closely with your PCP to manage your symptoms and prevent complications.

AI for Seniors: What Is It, and What Do You Need to Know About It?

You've probably heard a lot about artificial intelligence in the news lately, and if you're on social media, you may have seen people discussing the pros and cons of this technology. Some of it sounds amazing and helpful, while other thoughts about AI can be frightening. But what do these leaps and bounds in technology offer for older adults, and should seniors beware of AI in any cases?

Protein Power: How Eating the Right Foods Helps Older Adults Manage Muscle Mass

Muscles give your body strength, letting you lift objects or run quickly. For seniors, strong muscles help you get out of a chair, walk up porch steps and grip a full glass of water, which can help you maintain your independence and mobility.

How Much Does Medicare Coverage Cost for Seniors?

Medicare makes medical care more affordable but doesn’t cover all costs. Regardless of what type of plan you have, you’ll have some medical expenses to pay out of pocket. To help you better understand the costs, our team here at The Gardens at Barry Road senior living community in Kansas City, MO, put together this guide.

Medicare vs. Medicaid: What Are the Differences?

Medicare and Medicaid are both government-sponsored programs that help cover medical costs, but there are some key differences between them. To give you a better understanding of the type of medical coverage that may be available to you, our team at The Gardens at Barry Road senior living community created this comparison guide. Read on to explore what makes Medicare different from Medicaid.