Senior Living News

Should You Ditch Your Local Bank for an Online Checking Account: A Guide for Seniors

For many seniors, checking accounts are typically the bank accounts used for regularly paying bills, depositing Social Security and other income and making purchases. Today, you can choose from a wide range of checking accounts, including those with online banks. To help you fully understand your options, our team here at The Gardens at Collinwood senior living community in Fort Collins, CO, created this guide.

Why Older Adults Are Embracing Technology More and How You Can Too

You’re probably not as comfortable with technology as your kids or grandkids, but you’ve still likely mastered a few digital arts. For example, maybe you program your cable box to record your favorite shows or use a streaming service to watch them. It’s not uncommon to find seniors at The Gardens at Collinwood and beyond sharing photos on social media, ordering their groceries via delivery apps and shopping online for great deals.

Crafting Traditions: Fall Maker Ideas for Older Adults

Cooler temperatures bring to mind pumpkin patches and warm drinks. It's also an ideal time to create seasonal crafts to decorate your assisted living apartment at Collinwood retirement community in Fort Collins, Colorado, or give as gifts. Find inspiration in these fall craft ideas for older adults.

Mental Health Awareness: Anxiety in Older Adults

According to information published by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, roughly 14% to 17% of adults aged 65 and older have a mental health diagnosis related to depression or anxiety. However, only around a third of older adults with a diagnosis such as generalized anxiety disorder get regular treatment, and many older adults without an official anxiety diagnosis still face situational or seasonal stress and anxiety.

Elder Law 101: Protecting Your Rights and Assets as You Age

Peace of mind in your golden years matters more than you might realize, and elder law provides avenues for achieving it in Fort Collins, Colorado. An area of law focusing on the issues and needs of older adults, elder law can help you meet the unique challenges and considerations of aging confidently. Understanding the resources available to protect your assets, handle long-term care and prevent potential abuse lets you better plan for your future and preserve your rights and legacy.

Seniors and Sunshine: How to Protect Your Skin When Enjoying Time Outdoors

As the mercury rises, many of us enjoy time outside in the sunshine. While catching some rays boosts vitamin D and can even improve mental health, too much time in the sun can be bad news for your skin. From faster aging to skin cancer, excessive sun exposure may significantly impact your skin's health and appearance.

Can You Get a Hearing Aid Over the Counter?

Over-the-counter or OTC hearing aids are ideal for compensating for low to medium levels of hearing loss. They can be a great advantage to seniors because they may help counter loneliness that can be compounded by hearing difficulties. Buying an OTC hearing aid is straightforward, and you can get one from your local drugstore or shop online. Find out how to get an OTC hearing aid and whether there are any differences between OTC and prescription models.