The holiday season is all about laughter, joy and spending time with friends and family. It doesn't matter what age you are — you're never too old to participate in holiday festivities. At Riddle Village, we make our senior living community as festive as possible during the winter by planning holiday activities for seniors. Here [...]
Starting the process of looking into a continuing care retirement community or CCRC can be daunting. Not only are there many different options to choose from in regards to location and size, but there are also factors to consider that you may not have previously been familiar with. Things like the type of contract, levels [...]
With the slogan "everybody's hometown," it's easy to see why everyone feels welcome in Media, Pennsylvania. It boasts a rich history dating all the way back to 1681, when the state's namesake, William Penn, was declared leader of the local colony. It's been the county seat of Delaware County since 1850, and many of the [...]
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Center for Health Statistics, emergency room visits increase with age among individuals aged 60 and older. Between illnesses or emergencies such as falls, it is not uncommon for an older adult to need hospital care more than once in their retirement years. There are [...]
Travel is a popular pastime for people of all ages. Whether it’s an exciting trip to a new city or a relaxing stay at the beach, vacations are a fun part of life for all to enjoy. At Riddle Village, travel is especially easy for our residents because they know everything back home is taken [...]
There's no doubt that listening to nostalgic music is a great way to de-stress and reminisce, but did you know that it can also be beneficial to your health? In addition to stimulating your memory, music can actually improve your well-being by doing the following: Slowing heart rates Lowering blood pressure Reducing stress, anxiety and [...]
No matter what age you are, it's important to take care of your physical and mental health needs. Making small lifestyle changes, from adjusting to your diet to meditating regularly, can have a huge impact on your overall well-being. One of the simplest things you can do to promote your health is listen to jazz [...]
If you're the primary caregiver for a family member, you know how difficult it can be to balance your caregiving responsibilities with work, parenting and other activities. When you need a break, respite care is an option. Keep reading to learn more about respite care and how it keeps your family member safe while you [...]
Riddle Village is a Continuing Care Retirement Community best known for its three levels of care: Independent Living, Personal Care, and Skilled Nursing. What you may not know is that we also offer a type of stay in our community known as Respite Care. A Respite stay at Riddle Village is perfect for those looking [...]
Who said getting older has to be boring? Your retirement years offer a wealth of opportunities for taking up that sport you always wanted to try but never had time for. The health benefits don't disappear just because you've been around for a few years. In fact, the benefits of regularly taking part in low-impact [...]
