Senior Living News

Life Insurance for Seniors: Is It Too Late to Purchase a Policy?

Life insurance can be a complex financial consideration, and older adults might wonder if they even need it — or whether it's too late for them to buy it. Find out why you might still want life insurance as a retired senior below and whether you can still buy it.

5 Christian Fiction Writers to Read in 2022

There's nothing more comforting than curling up with a good book, and reading high-quality fiction with a Christian perspective can help you explore new spiritual viewpoints. Fortunately, there are many fantastic Christian authors to enjoy in your assisted living apartment in the Bethesda Gardens Phoenix community. Whether you're looking for light-hearted Christian comedy or want to get sucked into a classic, there should be a novel by the authors below to whet your appetite.

12 Benefits Air Humidifiers Can Have on Your Health and Home

At Bethesda Gardens Phoenix, we work hard to keep our residents warm and healthy this time of year. Winter is here again, and dropping temperatures aren’t the only thing that are sure to accompany it. Winter also has a tendency to make air dry, both outdoors and indoors. Dry air can be potentially hazardous to your health and has been known to irritate skin and cause (or worsen) respiratory conditions such as asthma and bronchitis. Fortunately, if you’re finding your house too arid this season, a humidifier may be just what you need to maintain a comfortable level of humidity and moisture in the air. Here’s a look at some benefits air humidifiers can have on your health.

5 Comforting Bible Verses for Difficult Days

Life: it’s the most miraculous and astounding gift from God himself, a constant reminder pointing to him as your Creator and confirming that you are indeed made in his image. Every new day you are blessed to wake up and draw breath once again, you have the beautiful opportunity to play a role in God’s plan, to be an active vessel carrying out his will and sharing his love with all of creation. But it doesn’t always feel that way.

5 Little Ways to Celebrate the Reason for the Season

Christmas is one of the most important celebrations of the Christian calendar, and many people take the opportunity to enjoy good food, gifts, and time with loved ones. However, modern festivities and a hectic schedule can often dilute the true meaning of the season and take focus away from the birth of Jesus and the revelations of the nativity. While it's important to enjoy everything Christmas has to offer, it's also essential to make room for faith and contemplation during the festive season. Below, you can find five simple and effective ways to celebrate the reason for the season.

5 Ways to Spread Love and Kindness

God’s unchanging love is so transformative that he charges us to not just accept his love into our hearts but to share it with everyone around us

Essential Oils: Facts and Fiction

Thinking about using essential oils? It's important to separate fact from a faction. Although they may have health benefits, they can also be harmful.

CBD: What Seniors Need to Know

You may have heard of or even noticed the rising popularity of CBD products over the last several years. But what, exactly, is CBD and what is it used for?

Lessons for Seniors From the Book of Jonah

One of the overarching messages from the Book of Jonah is compassion. Jonah was a prophet, and even though he had let God down in numerous ways, he was still forgiven because God showed him unlimited love and compassion. God also modeled forgiveness and mercy for Jonah in how God dealt with other people. Compassion is important when you're part of a family or even a community of people with different personality types and life experiences. That includes living a vibrant life among other residents at an assisted living community such as Bethesda Gardens in Phoenix, AZ. Check out these relevant lessons for seniors from the Book of Jonah that you can apply wherever you live.