The Sunrise Blog

While most of the conversations related to vaccines this year have been focused on names like Moderna, Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson, it’s important not to overlook others. Because an essential part of successful aging is disease prevention, it’s vital to know which vaccines you need and how often.

The death of a spouse or partner is one of life’s most difficult challenges. Each day can bring about a roller coaster of new emotions. When you are an adult child witnessing a parent’s grief at the same time you are struggling with your own, you may feel unsure about how to proceed.

On October 11, 2021, Maria Davlantes began her role as the Chief Marketing Officer for Sunrise Senior Living. Click here to learn more about Maria and her career journey.  

Older adults have noticeably more options for senior care than in decades past. Most of these choices have evolved in response to the needs and desires of today’s active, engaged seniors. From an increased number of in-home providers to assisted living communities that provide support in a variety of settings, the choices can sometimes feel overwhelming.

As autumn makes its return, one unwelcome visitor that often arrives with it is the influenza virus. While many of us think of the flu as a few unpleasant days of illness, the truth is it can be much more serious for seniors. Complications such as pneumonia are common in seniors. Older adults account for as much as 85 percent of flu-related deaths and up to 70 percent of hospitalizations.

A message from our new Chief Human Resources Officer, Mary Kay “MK” Gribbons.  

Ask most older adults and they’ll say they’d like to age in place in their own home. According to research from AARP, 88 percent of adults say aging at home is their preference. Many seniors have paid off their mortgage and believe staying put is a financially sound decision. Because many seniors have lived in the same home for decades, it’s a place that represents familiarity and comfort.