Senior Living News

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.

Grocery Budgeting Tips for Older Adults

At The Gardens at Barry Road, residents enjoy anytime restaurant-style dining with daily from-scratch specials, which makes mealtime easy. If you live on your own, it takes a little more work to plan your meals and shop for groceries. When you're on a fixed income, spending carefully at the grocery store is important. Follow these grocery budgeting tips to eat well and avoid overspending.

A Quick Guide to Blood Pressure for Seniors

Everyone's familiar with the squeeze of the blood pressure cuff. When you go to a medical appointment for any reason, one of the first things the provider usually checks is your blood pressure. It gives your provider an indicator of how your circulatory system is doing overall. Find out more about what the numbers mean and when blood pressure can be a concern for seniors.

7 Steps to a Living Will

A living will is a document that lets your loved ones know what medical care you wish to receive in an emergency situation that leaves you unable to communicate and make decisions for yourself. Having one can ensure your family members and friends respect your wishes when it comes to end-of-life care while removing the burden of decision-making from them. Putting together a living will is simple when you follow these steps.

Do This, Not That: Heart Health for Older Adults Edition

There are things you can do at any age to support heart health and decrease the risk of suffering a heart attack, or other complications due to heart disease

Understanding Medicaid: Some Tips for Older Adults

Understanding what Medicaid is and what it covers can help you make informed decisions regarding your options for paying for medical and residential care.

8 Tips for Older Adults to Protect Sensitive Information

Seniors are often the target of scams designed to access private data. Using these tips can help you keep that information secure.

Natural Remedies for Older Adults That Aren't Essential Oils

Some people become more sensitive to essential oils as they get older. Fortunately, there are various natural remedies without essential oils.