Older adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce, and more. Just as every person is unique, so too is how they age and how they choose to do it – and there is no “right” Read more
Are you or your parent starting to consider where they should spend their retirement? The two most common options are aging at home or moving into a senior living community. There are pros and cons to each option and some of the advantages and disadvantages are tied to costs. Is it Read more
“The longer I live, the more beautiful life becomes.” – Frank Lloyd Wright When people think about aging well, they automatically think of diet and exercise. But, what about mental well-being? And, more specifically, a sense of purpose? According to Harvard, “[older adults] who reported having a purpose in life, such Read more
At Eaton, we are passionate about supporting the spiritual tradition that has sustained each resident throughout their life. This holiday season, we recognize the celebrations of our friends and neighbors, near and far. Diwali Festival of Lights: Diwali is a festival of lights and may be celebrated by people of Read more
As we approach Thanksgiving, it is a wonderful time of year to reflect on all the things we are thankful for. This year, Eaton is very grateful for staff, residents, and supporters as well as all the memories we created this year. Did you know that the practice of giving Read more
There is a David Bowie quote: “Aging is an extraordinary process where you become the person you always should have been.” Statistically, older adults find life more rewarding than younger adults. Aging can be an experience focused on wellness and living life according to your own values. According to an Read more
We all know stress is bad for us. But, how bad is it really? And, what can we do about it? In a 2020 research paper, the authors found that “[p]eople exposed to chronic stress age rapidly. The telomeres in their cells of all types shorten faster. Inflammation is another Read more
What is Wellness? The definition of wellness according to the National Wellness Institute is: “Wellness is an active process through which people become aware of, and make choices toward, a more successful existence.” Three core tenants of wellness include: Wellness is a conscious, self-directed, and evolving process of achieving full Read more
Medicare and Medicaid are two government-sponsored programs that provide access to healthcare. While their names are similar, the two programs are very different. What is Medicare? Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for people over the age of 65 (as well as individuals with certain disabilities under Read more
