The HAPPY Concept: Unleashing the power of resident activity programming
By
Tia Hovatter
Oct 04, 2023
In the ever-evolving landscape of the long-term care industry, it’s crucial to constantly seek innovative ways to enhance the quality of life for our residents. Today, we introduce you to a revolutionary...
Partners of optimistic seniors benefit from reduced dementia risk, study finds
By
Alicia Lasek
Feb 13, 2020
Scientists may have finally confirmed the old saying, “happy wife, happy life.”
Reminiscence therapy can help adults with dementia recall happy holiday memories
By
Alicia Lasek
Dec 14, 2019
Psychologists offer tips on how to effectively use reminiscence therapy to help adults with dementia recall past holidays.
Small social networks promote well-being in older adults, say researchers
By
Alicia Lasek
Nov 09, 2019
The stereotype of older adults as sad and lonely may be well off the mark – at least when they’re compared to their younger counterparts, a new study finds.
Forget Paris, give me the crossword: What makes residents happy?
By
Tim Mullaney
Feb 18, 2014
Which would make you happier: walking onto your porch on a sunny morning or taking snapshots from the top of the Eiffel Tower? How about: having a long, fun conversation with your child or going to a Bob...
Residents accept their living situation to stay happy: study
By
Ashley Carman
Jul 12, 2013
Researchers from Deakin University in Australia compared levels of life satisfaction among adults over age 65 living in residential care with older adults still living on their own. The researchers found...
Happy February
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 12, 2013
February seems like an appropriate month to ask the fundamental question: What does it take to be happy?
Cheer up! Old age is on its way
By
Liza Berger
Jun 04, 2010
So it turns out that getting old isn’t so bad after all. Why? We actually become happier as we age.