Thoughtful articles on senior living, planning, and healthy aging shared to support clearer decisions and a better understanding of what comes next.
At Franklin Park, we believe that thoughtful information helps people make better decisions. This space includes articles on topics related to senior living, planning, wellness, community life, and the questions individuals and families often consider along the way.
Whether you are exploring senior living for yourself or a family member, or simply looking for a perspective on what this stage of life can look like, you will find practical information and reflections meant to be helpful, clear, and grounded.
Plus, we share announcements, media coverage, and press releases related to Franklin Park and our communities. These updates reflect milestones, community initiatives, awards, and news connected to life across the communities.
Memory impairment conditions are becoming increasingly prevalent in the United States. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, “About 40% of people aged 65 or older have age-associated memory impairment—in…
When older adults start to consider their senior living options, they tend to focus on assisted living communities. However, there is another option – independent living communities. Independent living or…
The senior population is growing to larger numbers more than ever before. According to the United States Census Bureau, by the year 2060, one-fourth of the American population will be seniors. With…
One of the most crucial factors in managing diabetes is sticking to an adequate meal plan. A strict diet can be tricky enough, but it can become even more challenging when dining out…
Exploration is a natural instinct that many adults crave. Just because you have an older loved one residing in independent senior living, it does not mean they have given up…
When it comes to life advice, mother knows best, right? Throughout our lives, moms are our inspiration, role models, and biggest cheerleaders. From teaching us how to tie our shoes…
Sleep can be elusive and as we get older, it can become more difficult to follow a regular sleeping schedule. At Franklin Park®, we encourage using natural methods to help…
Has your older loved one recently gotten more involved with online social media? It can be a great thing that they have been showing more interest in the internet as…
At Franklin Park® Senior Living, we take extra efforts to protect the state of our caregivers to ensure our residents receive the best care and support. In all of our…
“Solo Ager,” and now Solo Senior, each of these terms can be used to describe the same thing. What does it mean? Are you prepared? How does a Solo Senior…
Doris Parker has always had music in her blood, from performing at the piano as a child, to entertaining at the USO during World War II. Thanks to her loving…
Doris Parker has always had music in her blood, from performing at the piano as a child, to entertaining at the USO during World War II. Thanks to her loving…
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