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Explore our latest resources and stories from The Lodge at Mallard’s Landing. We provide helpful insights into the carefree lifestyle of independent living and the customized support of assisted living and memory care.

Whether you are curious about local strolls near the Puget Sound or want to stay connected to our vibrant community events, these blogs are designed to help you navigate your journey with confidence.

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Caregiving, Safety • October 18, 2023

What Are the Possible Dangers of Seniors Living Alone?

Finding the right living situation during the golden years can be a struggle. Moving out of a home you love can be incredibly difficult, and you may be wondering what problems the elderly face living alone? Is it that dangerous? This guide will help you navigate and understand the dangers of living alone as a…

Lifestyle • October 18, 2023

What Are the Options for Senior Transportation?

Can a loved one no longer drive safely? Are you a senior who’s decided it’s time to hang up the keys? This transition can be overwhelming for everyone involved. Our ability to slip into the driver’s seat of a vehicle and drive off without giving much thought to it is something we can take for…

Lifestyle • October 18, 2023

What Are the Best Activities for Blind Seniors?

Do you or someone you love have a vision impairment? Unfortunately, it’s not just you; over half of all blind people in the United States are aged 65 or older. Do you want to know what activities your visually impaired loved one can do? It may seem like there are not many activities for elderly…

Finance • October 18, 2023

What Are the Available Benefits for Seniors Over 65?

Are you looking for discounts or government benefits for seniors over 65? With so much information existing on this topic, it can be difficult to find the senior citizen benefits that apply to you or your loved one. Whether you’re looking for government programs or financial assistance, we’ve made it easier by narrowing down the…

Alzheimer’s & dementia, Senior Living • October 18, 2023

What Are the 7 Stages of Dementia?

Lately, you find that you’re becoming more and more forgetful. Not only can you not remember where you left your car keys, but you’re starting to have trouble recalling recent memories and the names of loved ones. You know that cognitive decline can happen as you age, but are you showing signs of dementia? By…

Health & Wellness, Safety • October 18, 2023

What Are Symptoms of Dehydration in Elderly People?

Dry mouth, no energy, and feeling weak? If you or an elderly loved one is experiencing dehydration, the symptoms are no fun — and can become dangerous. The good news is that knowing the symptoms of dehydration can help your elderly loved one recover from and prevent dehydration. From reading this guide: You'll be able…

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Alzheimer’s & dementia, Senior Living • October 18, 2023

Top Tips for Integrating Music and Alzheimer’s Therapy

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease can feel like an endless guessing game of which symptoms will take center stage each day. Since there isn’t a cure for Alzheimer’s yet, many people turn to music therapy to manage symptoms and allow their loved one’s true personality to shine through once again. Music for someone who…

Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Safety • October 18, 2023

Top 10 Summer Safety Tips for Seniors

Barbecues, vacations to the beach, fishing trips at the cabin — enjoying the great outdoors is what summer is all about. Aging shouldn’t stop you from taking pleasure in summer activities. Extreme heat, over-exposure to the sun, or too little hydration can all lead to a very dangerous situation if you aren’t careful. Thankfully, you…

Eating Well, Health & Wellness • October 18, 2023

Tips for Creating Tasty Low Sodium Meals for Seniors

It is as you feared. Your doctor has officially placed you on a low sodium diet. As visions of flavorless steamed vegetables and dry chicken float through your mind, you begin to wonder, “Are there any good low sodium recipes for seniors? Will I ever eat good food again?” Do not despair. This guide will…

Caregiving, Senior Living • October 18, 2023

The Importance of Respite Care for Caregivers and Seniors

You feel you are responsible for taking care of your elderly family members. They prioritized you when you were young, right? Now the tables have turned, and they need help. Yet sometimes caring for loved ones can take a toll on your mental health and physical well-being. You don’t have to go this route alone.…

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Insights for Your Senior Living Journey

What Are the Possible Dangers of Seniors Living Alone?

What Are the Options for Senior Transportation?

What Are the Best Activities for Blind Seniors?

What Are the Available Benefits for Seniors Over 65?

What Are the 7 Stages of Dementia?

What Are Symptoms of Dehydration in Elderly People?

Top Tips for Integrating Music and Alzheimer’s Therapy

Top 10 Summer Safety Tips for Seniors

Tips for Creating Tasty Low Sodium Meals for Seniors

The Importance of Respite Care for Caregivers and Seniors

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