The Sagewood Blog. Information for Senior Living.

Making the decision to move to a senior independent living community is a big life change. You’re likely downsizing from your old home, and may be moving into a different town or city. Being able to live with your partner in a new living situation will make the transition easier. Thankfully, senior living communities let …

Many seniors balk at the thought of downsizing to an apartment, but those who’ve made the leap typically say it’s the best move they ever made. They’ve seen firsthand how freeing it is to let go of the square footage and stuff older adults no longer need or want to deal with.  Downsizing to an …

Few things compare to the joy of coming home to a loving companion who can’t wait to see you. It feels good to have a housemate who showers you with unconditional love, is excited simply because you walked in the door, and smothers you with drooly, slobbery kisses. Yep, we’re talking about the “pawsitive” power …

Sooner or later, aging parents will need some degree of help at home. But how will you know when? Many adult children simply wait for a crisis to make it plain that their parents are struggling and something has to change. This isn’t advisable for obvious reasons — home safety, the risk of falling, automotive …