Get the most out of life by making better choices. February is American Heart Month, which makes it a great time to talk about cardiovascular health. Keeping your heart healthy is a good thing for all ages, but it’s especially important for seniors. Physical activity is one of the best ways to ward off artery...
Setting intentions for a healthier and more peaceful year. It’s the time of year for well-intentioned resolutions and phrases like “new year, new me” to start appearing in social media newsfeeds. Change is hard, but the good news is you don’t need to make major lifestyle alterations to feel your best. Health and mobility play...
A resident-run initiative helps spread holiday cheer to both campuses. “I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” – Charles Dickens And to borrow a phrase from Andy Williams, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” Family gatherings, delicious treats and all those festive tunes make us...
Understanding Your Family’s Memory Care Options The holiday season is an exciting time of year, but for some it brings added stress. Gatherings and special occasions are activities we anticipate all year, but a break from routine can be overwhelming to someone living with a condition like Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. It can also be...
Blue Skies of Texas offers military retirees new connections through common backgrounds. A sense of community is important—especially as we get older and it becomes more difficult to make new connections. At Blue Skies of Texas, it’s easy to meet new people. Many of our residents had careers in the military and adjacent industries which...
It’s hard to talk with your parents about downsizing or the possibility of needing assistance down the road. Here are some DOs and DON’Ts that can help.
In an increasingly digital world, it’s crucial for all of us, including seniors, to be aware of the potential risks lurking online. At Blue Skies of Texas just outside San Antonio, our continuing care model has grown to include technology literacy for residents who wish to learn and keep themselves safe online.
New technology is here to stay, and it’s easier to use than you might think. Thanks to tech-savvy neighbors like Jan, folks at Blue Skies of Texas feel comfortable using their smartphones and tablets to access important community information.