Linden Woods Village

Summer is in full swing, and nearly everyone is getting outside. Unfortunately, for some people, the summer is hard. Seniors can have a tough time staying active in the summer because it’s too hot and they don’t have the ability to always get in the shade or drink water. Here are seven enjoyable and accessible outdoor activities tailored for seniors, including those with disabilities.

Moms are the best. They take care of you when you’re sick, they drive you to school, and they’re your biggest cheerleader on the sidelines at school and in life. They’re pretty special. That’s why we put together this list of creative gift ideas for your senior mom. After a life of giving and loving, surprise your mom with a thoughtful gift.

Happy National Nurses Week to every dedicated and loving nurse, especially our outstanding group at Linden Woods Village! Here's a picture of the fun gifts awaiting our nurses this week. 💚💉🩺🩹💚

Tending a garden is just as much a reward for the heart as it is for the stomach. Eating food from your backyard fills you with pride and excitement. And the best part about gardening is that anyone can do it! Here’s what you need to know to start and maintain your garden and a list of easy-to-maintain plants.

February is American Heart Month, a time when the American Heart Association designated a time of year for everyone to pay attention to their hearts and cardiovascular health. Heart-healthy recipes don’t have to break the bank or be hard to cook. Here are some of our tips for finding foods that promote heart health and favorite recipes that every senior can cook and enjoy.

It happens every year. The days get shorter. The temperature drops. And cold weather chills our very bones. Even though we know exactly when to expect winter, it seems to surprise us every year—maybe we’re willfully ignorant. Change up your routine this year. Don’t let the cold weather keep you from having fun. There are plenty of fun indoor activities seniors can do during the cold winter months.

What do you get someone who can buy anything they want or need? This question has plagued everyone at some time during the holiday season. When we want to show our love and appreciation for our friends and family, we often stumble into the holidays trying to figure out what to buy. And as our parents and grandparents age, it doesn’t get easier. So, let’s bypass the directionless Amazon searches and Googling this holiday season and consider one of these ten gifts for your parents or grandparents this holiday season.

At Linden Woods Village, we're thrilled to announce our recognition as a leading facility in Short-Term Rehabilitation by U.S. News. This prestigious award is based on an assessment of quality measures, including staffing, medical outcomes, and resident care processes, focusing on patients who require care for a brief period, typically following a hospitalization for events like strokes or accidents.

There’s an old Italian proverb that goes, “If nothing is going well, call your grandmother.” Grandparents are some pretty special people and always know the right thing to say. You can return the favor this holiday season by showing how much you appreciate them.

When is the right time to move your loved one out of their home and into a senior living community? How do you avoid feeling guilty for moving your loved one? Is there a good reason to move a senior from their own home into a senior living community? If questions like these have been swirling in your mind, you’re not alone. And you’ve come to the right place. You’re in the middle of making a really hard decision: senior living community or home. Deep down you want to move your loved one, but you need some help knowing why that’s the right choice. In this article, we’ll explore three reasons why a senior living community may be a better option than owning a home.