At Riley Crossing, we believe intergenerational learning benefits everyone, and we’re proud to include Intergenerational Connections as one of our cornerstones. If you’re looking for ways to foster relationships between the seniors and the young people in your life, try one of these five … [Read more...] about 5 Intergenerational Activities That Are Fun for Everyone
With the holidays right around the corner, many of us are looking forward to some extended time with our loved ones. But if you’re worried about having to talk politics with your aging parents, time together could bring some hesitancy, too. Here are some tips from Riley Crossing to help you love … [Read more...] about How to Handle Political Conversations with Aging Parents
If presents are what you are after, there are some nice ideas out there – check out the Alzheimer’s Store (https://www.alzstore.com/holiday-gift-ideas-for-dementia-s/2001.htm?msclkid=6ddea94f862b12d3e31ec8fce15d3e97. This blog entry, however, focuses on the gift of your presence. Is there … [Read more...] about What to Give a Person Living with Dementia this Holiday Season
Has anyone ever told you that you must have woken up on the wrong side of the bed? Well, for seniors not sleeping at night, there are more repercussions than a cranky morning. When we get better sleep, we enjoy improved focus and our body's immune system restores itself, preventing possible health … [Read more...] about 10 Simple Ways for Seniors to Get Better Sleep
Why We Love Living in Chanhassen Our Chanhassen senior living community is thrilled to share the news that Chanhassen was voted as the number 1 best place to live in the U.S. in 2021 - 2022 by Money Magazine! And the residents at Riley Crossing couldn’t agree more! Our senior residents enjoy the … [Read more...] about Riley Crossing’s Hometown of Chanhassen Voted No. 1 Best Place to Live in the U.S.
If you’re hesitating to having finance talks with your aging parents, consider that this is just one more area where you can love and care for them – and while it’s not the easiest way to provide support, it is crucially important. Here are six finance talks to cover with your parents that will help … [Read more...] about Tough Conversations: 6 Finance Talks You Should Have With Aging Parents
You’ve been monitoring the signs, and you’ve noticed your aging parents are losing weight, showing forgetfulness, and having a hard time keeping up their hygiene. They might have had a fall which sparked some concern about their safety at home. While the evidence may be clear to you that it’s time … [Read more...] about How to Move Parents to Assisted Living When They Are Resistant
We’ve all endured a lot in the last year. If you were already thinking about moving your senior parents closer to you, the extended time apart, wide-ranging health concerns, and a renewed passion for our closest relationships might have you considering moving your aging parents closer more and more … [Read more...] about 4 Important Benefits of Moving Your Aging Parents Closer to You
What time is the right time to move your loved one from their home to a new home in one of our communities? Sometimes, it's hard to know. Let's look at the differences between care at home and senior living in one of our communities. Care at Home Many people whose loved ones need a bit of assistance … [Read more...] about Home Care vs. Senior Living
At Ebenezer and Riley Crossing Senior Living, we believe the time to start talking about, exploring and even making the move to a senior living community is before you need it. It's true for so many reasons, but one of the most profound is one of Ebenezer's core values: dignity. All too often, … [Read more...] about Gradual Transition into Senior Living Offers Dignity and Increased Independence
