Wingate Residences at Haverhill Blog

Kailyn Smith joins Wingate Residences at Haverhill as the new Director of Community Relations

Couples don’t always age at the same rate or the same way, so it’s possible that your loved ones may require different levels of care at different times.

If a senior in your life is feeling lonely and isolated, they are not alone — social isolation is a widespread problem that affects more than eight million older Americans and has been identified as a public health epidemic by the medical community.

Winter weather is here, bringing with it a wide array of challenges and safety considerations for seniors. Snow and cold weather are nothing new if you’ve lived in New England a long time, but there are still many ways to prepare for the season.

  With the holidays on the horizon, many of us are already planning our family get-togethers and celebrations. Regardless of which holidays we observe, unique family traditions can make this time of year special. Maybe someone you love cooks a special dish—a...

The concept of self-care for seniors is about reinforcing healthy habits and routines across communities, families and generations. However, self-care doesn’t mean you have to take care of yourself by yourself, though—sometimes the best option is to ask for the assistance you need.

As summer winds down, many of us are eager to welcome fall—leaves are changing colors, the weather starts to cool and some of our favorite comfort foods are back in season. Another thing to celebrate at the start of fall is National Fall Prevention Day on September 23.

  New research shows there are significant benefits to choosing to retire in a senior living community offering a full continuum of care, called a life plan community or CCRC. There are several risks facing older adults who choose to live alone or where their...

  Most of us learn from a young age that lying has consequences. As children, we are told all kinds of stories—from “Pinocchio” to “The Boy Who Cried Wolf”—making it clear why we should tell the truth. What these stories leave out is that there are some instances...

  Summer is in full swing, which means plenty of fun in the sun all around New England. The Merrimack Valley is already bustling with more people finding ways to enjoy the warm weather and get involved in community events. There are so many summertime activities...