When searching for an assisted living community in the Tulsa area, you want one that matches your lifestyle and needs best. Saint Simeon’s offers a variety of unique amenities, services and apartment options that truly set our community apart from the rest. When you become a resident of our assisted living community, you will have…
Read MoreIndoor Exercises for Seniors to Do at Home
The winter season is here, which means spending time outside may become more difficult as temperatures drop and the weather changes here in Tulsa, OK. But regular exercise during the winter months can be even more important for maintaining energy levels and boosting mood. Research shows that a regular amount of physical activity can provide…
Read MoreSenior Immune Health: How to Boost Your Immune System
Your immune system plays a crucial role in your overall health but it probably isn’t something you think about often, especially when you’re feeling well. The moment you start to feel under the weather, though, you may wonder what you can do to feel better again. How well your immune system is functioning has everything…
Read MoreWhen is the Right Time to Downsize?
Downsizing. It isn’t something you typically think about until, well, it’s time to downsize. The process of downsizing itself can oftentimes take on a negative connotation. After all, downsizing does mean you will undergo a big change in where you live and how you spend your time. However, downsizing can actually be a great, positive…
Read MoreSkilled Nursing Services and Recovery After Surgery
Surgery can be an unpleasant topic of discussion, especially when it’s regarding your loved one. Unfortunately, surgeries like knee and hip replacements are a normal part of aging. The good news is if your loved one does have an upcoming surgery scheduled, there are a variety of services available to them to help aide their…
Read MoreWhich Senior Living Option is Right for Me?
So, you’ve decided it’s time to consider senior living options to begin the next chapter of your retirement. This is a huge first step towards improving the quality of your life – and one that requires quite a bit of research! There are many different senior living options to choose from and finding the right…
Read MoreHow to Know if It’s Time for Memory Care
It’s not easy to come to terms with your loved one’s health declines as they age, especially if they are struggling with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. The first time your loved one forgets your name or has trouble recalling a family memory can be alarming and leave you feeling a bit panicked…
Read MoreWhat is it Like to Have Alzheimer’s Disease?
It can be very alarming and upsetting when you notice your parent’s health declining as they age. It’s especially difficult when your parent experiences a form of memory impairment like Alzheimer’s disease. Watching your parent begin to forget who you are or struggle to remember information about themselves can be heartbreaking and emotionally draining.If your…
Read MoreThe Latest Assisted Living Facts and Statistics
For the past several years, the demand for quality assisted living care has seen a pattern of growth, thanks in part to a strong economy and the increasing number of baby boomers reaching retirement age. Back in 2010, according to McKnight’s Senior Living, senior housing occupancy was at 86.9 percent. Since then, almost 50,000 housing…
Read MoreThe Importance of Relationships with Assisted Living Staff
The assisted living staff are the ones who will be devoting a majority of their time caring for your parents. By communicating well and establishing strong relationships with staff members, you will be able to fully understand the care your parents are receiving and appreciate everything the assisted living staff does on a daily basis….
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