On the Navesink Blog

Understanding Safe Medication Management for Seniors

Filling the pillbox is an activity common to most seniors. After all, 80% of seniors take at least two prescription medications regularly, and 36% take at least five prescription drugs. Along with those medications, many seniors also take vitamins, supplements, and over-the-counter drugs. ...

Is Independent Living the Right Choice for You?

If you’re a member of the “over 65” club, you’ve likely entered the retirement years. This is the time when people typically begin to think about where they want to live as they grow older. One of the questions you may be asking yourself is whether an independent living community is the right choice. That’s usually followed by another que...

Food for Thought, Food for Memory

We all want to take good care of our brain, especially considering the importance of the brain to the body’s overall function. Not only does it help you think and experience emotions, but it’s also the main control for your body, telling it what to do, coordinating reactions and running all the different systems your body needs to keep it alive...

What are the Levels of Care for Seniors?

Whether you or your loved one is considering a move to a senior living community, you’re sure to have plenty of questions, from the kinds of food that will be served to the daily activity calendar and onsite amenities. ...