Every year in the United States, more than 795,000 people have a stroke, and about 610,000 of those people never had a stroke before. Strokes can come on unexpectedly, which is why it’s so important for us to get educated about the risk factors and warning signs so that we can focus on prevention. May
Balancing Care and Life for Caregivers
At Summerset Senior Living, we provide skilled care and senior living communities for residents of Lincoln, Rancho Cordova/Gold River and other Central Valley areas. Because we always strive to provide the best care possible to the people living in our communities, we understand how much focus and energy it can take. While we are professional
Senior Social Distancing for the Holidays
With COVID-19 cases on the rise again, it’s clear that 2020’s holiday season is going to be a bit different than previous years. Because seniors are at the highest risk of contracting the virus, holiday plans involving older relatives may be up in the air. While it may be difficult to be away from our
Hobbies and Activities for Seniors during COVID
With much of the country [again] in lockdown mode due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans have had to find new ways to stay occupied without leaving the house. For seniors, quarantining and social distancing are even more important as they are the group at the highest risk for contracting the virus. Because of this, many
Helping Seniors Cope with Loneliness
As we get older, we all go through a lot of changes, and many of those changes can leave us feeling lonely. Losing partners, close friends, and family can be devastating. Decreased mobility and health problems can make it difficult to visit with others. In 2020, the COVID-19 epidemic has added an additional obstacle to
Are Seniors Really Safer at Home Alone during COVID-19?
With no end in sight for the COVID-19 pandemic, and with seniors being a particularly vulnerable population, senior living communities all across the country have been working tirelessly to make things safer for their residents. At Summerset Senior Living, we’ve already told you about a few of the many reasons why seniors might want to
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