Parents play an important role in our lives no matter what age we are. They are mentors, teachers, disciplinarians, and some of the people who love us most in the world. July 22 is National Parents’ Day, a holiday that got its start in 1994.

Smoking is a tough habit to break. Seniors who have smoked for decades often feel as if there is no point in even trying to quit because it is too late. They assume the damage to their body has already been done.

Door-to-door scams heat up as the mercury rises. During warm spring and summer days, swindlers are more likely to make the rounds. Unfortunately, older adults are often the target of these types of scams.

It can be tough for several generations of a family to find things in common. Spending time together, especially as kids reach their teen years, can be awkward. If families are separated by long distances, finding meaningful ways to bond is important.

One question that often comes up when an older adult begins the search for a senior living community is what area to look in. When adult children live far away, this can be a tough decision to make.

We are thrilled to share that 34 Sunrise Senior Living communities were recently recognized with a 2018 Silver—Achievement in Quality Award, bringing Sunrise’s total to 55. The 34 recognized communities span the United States, including 12 in California, seven in Pennsylvania, and five in New York.

Hearing loss is increasingly common as we grow older. Almost one third of people over the age of 65 have some form of it. After 75, that statistic soars to nearly 50 percent.