Monument, Colorado, has plenty of things to see and do, from walking around Lavelett Park to teeing off at King's Deer Golf Club. With careful budgeting, it's possible to enjoy your favorite activities and cover your bills, even if you're living on a fixed income. Bethesda Gardens Monument offers these tips to help you manage your money.
Tablets are increasingly popular as they’re midway between a laptop and a smartphone in terms of size and portability. For seniors, tablets can provide access to games, books and other forms of entertainment. At Bethesda Gardens Monument, our floor plans can accommodate space for an office nook to house your laptop. But we understand that sometimes you want access to a device when you’re on the go. These are some of the top picks to consider.
Staying active as you age can hold many benefits such as keeping you in shape, preventing certain diseases and prolonging your independence. At Bethesda Gardens Monument, we offer an on-site fitness center and exercise program to keep you limber whether you're mostly independent or need additional care, such as our assisted living residents. If you only have a few minutes to spare, these 5-minute exercises should get you going in the mornings.
According to research, mental engagement helps slow cognitive decline and maintain your abilities as you age. Activities such as painting, woodworking and pottery cause you to learn new skills and techniques, plan projects and think through the steps needed to achieve your goals.
Should you grab your sunglasses and bask in the glow of UV rays on a sunny Monument day? Or is it better to stay out of the sun inside your assisted living apartment at Bethesda Gardens Monument? Like many things in life, sunlight is both beneficial and potentially harmful to you. Discover reasons for seniors to spend time outdoors on sunny days and how to avoid venturing into dangerous territory.
Mandala creation is a flexible, easy art form that can help you relax and create. You don't need special tools or supplies, as you can create simple mandalas with pen and paper. Older adults who want to get into a new craft or just enjoy applying color in various patterns can choose their own art adventure when it comes to mandalas, making this a great option for crafting in smaller spaces, such as an assisted living apartment.
When you're working, you interact with plenty of people, from colleagues to clients. You might go to after-hours work events, play on your company's softball team or go out to lunch during the workday. In retirement, it can feel like you don't have as many socialization options. Learning how to make friends in retirement can take a little more effort. Here are some ways to get social and make new friends.
If you’re one of the nearly 200 million people in the United States who need corrective lenses, you now have more ways to buy new glasses than ever before. The internet makes it possible to pick out new frames and have them delivered right to your door. But should you buy glasses online? Our team here at Bethesda Gardens Monument created this guide to help you decide.
Finding ways to manage stress can offer many benefits for seniors, from improved sleep to reduced muscle tension to better moods. Effective stress management starts with identifying stressors in daily life so you can take steps to address them. To help you pinpoint the sources of your own stress, our team here at Bethesda Gardens Monument assisted living community created this list of common stressors.
If you're worried about the impact of climate change on the environment in Monument, CO, and future generations, there are things you can do to support the planet from your assisted living apartment. Eco-friendly choices don't have to be expensive or time-consuming to make a difference. Below, we'll reveal five easy ways seniors can protect the environment.
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