The Utah summer is known to be hot and dry, and staying hydrated is an important consideration for anyone who lives here. This is especially true for those who may be at risk for a variety of medical or health conditions, and one group that should be particularly cognizant of hydrating is seniors and their
There are certain conditions that sadly impact seniors much more commonly than other people, and a good example here is Alzheimer’s disease. And because June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, this is a perfect time to talk about this condition as it relates to seniors — particularly, how caregivers and even seniors themselves can
There are several health conditions that tend to become more common as we age, and one good example here is arthritis. And because May is National Arthritis Awareness Month, this is an excellent time to highlight this condition — and particularly how it relates to seniors and older adults, and the higher risks they may
At Cozy Retire, it’s our pride to provide a number of different guests with varying health conditions all the services and assistance they may need. Our assisted living and senior living community programs include resources for numerous different health issues, and one of these that’s notable during this month is Parkinson’s Disease. April is Parkinson’s
If you and your family are in search of the ideal care for yourself or any other senior loved one, you may be wondering about the different terms and care options available to you. Two particular terms that are often considered and compared here: Assisted living communities and nursing home communities. At Cozy Retire, we’re
Did you know that March is Brain Injury Awareness Month? This is a particular time where we can highlight the risks of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), including those who may be at-risk for them — including some seniors. At Cozy Retire, themes like fall prevention and physical safety — which play a role in avoiding
For both seniors and their families who might be considering a move to an assisted living facility in Utah, one of the major areas to consider will be the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 facilities. The former generally refers to facilities that may admit residents who have stable health and only require limited
For many people, retiring and entering the senior years of life comes with a struggle for purpose. It’s great when our days are freer and more relaxing, sure, but some people actually end up struggling to find productive, meaningful ways to fill their time. At Cozy Retire, we’re happy to offer numerous activities and enrichment
In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some of the most common and unfortunate myths out there regarding assisted living communities. These kinds of myths are not just annoying, but often directly harmful, as they may prevent seniors or their families from having the proper information about assisted living and other forms
While we wish it were not the case, a number of common myths have sprung up regarding assisted living communities for senior care in the last few decades. And especially when these pieces of misinformation risk the proper care of any senior, whether in our assisted living community or anywhere else, they bother us —
