The time has come and you’re deciding which option, either assisted or independent living, is right for you or for a loved one. The main differences between the two is the amount of care offered, the living spaces provided, and the cost required. Finding a home with the care you, or a loved one, needs […]
Talking With Your Parent About A Senior Living Community
Life is full of phases. When you’re a child, you depend on your parent to care for you. As time moves on and you both age, you may see a reversal of roles: your parent may need more help with everyday chores, running errands, and eventually, making important life decisions. At Kaplan, we’re here to […]
Making Every Resolution Count
It’s 2019, time to make every resolution count. We’ve selected our ten favorites for seniors – or anyone wanting to see an improvement in their life. No matter your age, no matter your background, there’s always something new or different to aspire to. Ten Popular (And Do-Able) Resolutions: Walk 10 minutes every day. This is a […]
Stay Connected
When we think of overcoming obstacles, it’s hard to argue that anyone had more to overcome than Helen Keller. Yet Helen was human, and she didn’t go it alone; she relied on her friend and teacher, Susan Sullivan. While our circumstances may not resemble Helen’s in any way, it can be easy to feel alone […]
Family Traditions & Holiday Tips
“There’ll be parties for hosting Marshmallows for toasting And caroling out in the snow There’ll be scary ghost stories…” It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year. A song that was written for and made famous by the Andy Williams’ Christmas Album, it adorns Christmas cards and is heard in stores everywhere. It even encourages […]
Being Thankful
For many Americans, Thanksgiving represents perfection in a holiday tradition: family, friends, food, shopping, and of course football. As we reap the harvest and Black Friday deals, why not use this as a time to be thankful, to reflect on what’s most important? There are hundreds of reasons to be grateful. Perhaps most important is […]
