Covenant Learning Downloads
Independent Living & General Resources:
- Navigating the World of Continuing Care Retirement Communities: Your FAQs Answered
- The Advantages of Non-Profit Senior Living Communities
- Importance of Financial Strength
- Why Senior Living?
- Planning for the Future in an Uncertain Environment – Brad Breeding
- How CCRCs Improve Quality of Life
- Discover the Unmatched Advantages of Choosing a CCRC
- Navigating the Costs of Independent Living at a CCRC
- Questions to Ask When Looking for Retirement Living
- Don’t Wait! The Top Five Reasons to Consider Senior Living
- Eating Colorful with the Mediterranean Diet
- Ten Best Foods for a Brain-Healthy Diet
- Summer Fitness Tips and Tricks
- The Surprising Health Benefits of Sunshine
- A Guide to Senior Heart Health Essentials
- Exercise Tips for Seniors
- Five Tips to Help Boost Your Mood
- Keeping Your Mind Sharp as you Age
- Nutrition Tips for Seniors
- Stressed Out? Discover Effective Management Strategies
- Five Reasons to Stay Social
- Questions to Ask when Looking for Retirement Living
- Your Guide to Nutrition
- CCRCs or Rental Communities? Discover the Difference
- A Guide to Heart Health Essentials
- Your Guide to Future Planning and Financial Security
- Spring Cleaning and Downsizing Tips for a Fresh Start
- Simple and Stress-Free Downsizing Tips
- Explore the Benefits of Lifelong Learning
- Hobbies for Seniors
- How Senior Living Communities Help You Stay Active
- The Benefits of Joining Clubs and Organizations
- The Importance of Preventative Care
- Pre-Winter Home Maintenance Checklist
- Sharing the Flavors of the Season
- Reflecting and Setting Goals for the New Year
- Health Aging Made Simple: Nourish Your Body and Mind at Every Stage
- Winter Wonderland: 5 Ways Seniors Can Get Active in the Snow
- Spring Cleaning and Downsizing Tips for a Fresh Start
- Senior Living Myths—What’s Fact and What’s Fiction?
Assisted Living Resources:
- What You Need to Know About An Assisted Living Community
- The Key Differences: Assisted Living Vs. In-Home Care
- LifeConnect: The Covenant Living Approach to Personalized Care
- Why Wait? Five Reasons Not to Delay Your Decision
- The Benefits of Respite Care for Seniors and Caregivers
- Thriving in Senior Living- The Advantages of Assisted Living Communities
- Finding Peace of Mind in Assisted Living
- Setting Goals for Healthy Aging
- The Benefits of Staying Social
- Enhancing Senior Living with Technology
- Hobbies for Seniors
- The Importance of Preventative Care for Seniors
- Signs to Look for When Visiting Your Parents
- How to Talk to Your Parents About Assisted Living
- What Does it Mean to Make Healthy Choices?
- Compare the Benefits Checklist
- Boost Your Immune System with Diet and Lifestyle Changes
- Fact or Fiction? Dispelling Myths About Assisted Living
- Tips for the Move to an Assisted Living Community
- The Benefits of Lifelong Learning
- What is Assisted Living Respite Care — And How Can it Help
- Maintaining Mobility: Easy Exercises for Active Seniors
- What Sets Assisted Living at Covenant Living Apart
- Navigating the Costs of Assisted Living
- Assisted Living FAQs
- Plan Smarter: Essential Senior Living Budgeting Tips
Skilled Nursing Resources:
- Celebrating Older Americans Month: The Power of Connection
- Understanding Advance Directives
- Tips for Caregivers: Prevent Burnout When Caring for an Aging Loved One
- Considering your Options for Orthopedic Care
- Comprehensive Senior Care for Complex Medical Conditions
- Frequently Asked Questions About Skilled Nursing Care
- Questions to Ask When Choosing a Rehab Provider
- Navigating the Journey from Hospital to Rehab to Home or Senior Care Community
- Don’t Put Off Your Rehabilitation Care Needs
- Medicare 101
- The Benefits of Short-Term Respite Care for Seniors and Their Caregivers
- Navigating the Intricacies of Hospital Observation Stays
- Recognizing the Signs that Your Loved One Needs Skilled Nursing Care
- The Heart of the Matter: Navigating Cardiac Rehab with Confidence at Covenant Living
- Medicare vs Managed Care
- What Sets Skilled Nursing at Covenant Living Apart
- Essential Long-Distance Caregiving Tips
- The Importance of Preventative Care
- Starting the Conversation: Navigating Senior Care Decisions with Your Loved One
- Things to Consider When Selecting a Skilled Care & Rehab Center
- Observation vs. Inpatient Stays: What You Need to Know
Memory Care:
- Top 10 Signs Your Loved One May Need Memory Care
- The Differences Between Normal Memory Loss and Alzheimer’s
Home Safety:
Home Health and Home Care:
- The Differences Between Home Health and Home Care
- What to Look For When Shopping for Home Health and Home Care
- 10 Things to Look for When Visiting Parents
- Having the Conversation About Home Care
Hospice Care:
More Helpful Resources:
Click the images below to view these great infographics from the National Institute on Aging!
It's Feature Friday! 🎬💛
At the Second Blessing store at Covenant Living of the Great Lakes, resident Carol Ziegler and a team of volunteers resell furniture, games, and other treasures donated by residents and families. Everything sold helps fund benevolent care for the community, and in 15 years the shop has raised nearly $295,000. Proof that one person's castoffs can do a lot of good. 💛 ... See MoreSee Less
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On World Osteoporosis Day, we're shining a light on bone health, something that becomes even more important as we age. 🦴
A few simple habits can help keep your bones strong:
✅ Stay active with weight-bearing exercise
✅ Get enough calcium and vitamin D
✅ Ask your doctor about a bone density screening
Strong bones help you stay independent and steady on your feet. 💙 ... See MoreSee Less
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It's Feature Friday! 🎬
At Covenant Living of the Great Lakes, sharing a first name is reason enough to become friends. It started when Marge Schick met a few other Marjories and threw a party. Now there are six Marges, a group of Bonnies, and eight Patricias who get together for lunch, stories, and treats.
In a community this size, many of them might never have crossed paths otherwise. Turns out a shared name is a pretty good way to find your people. 💛 bit.ly/4xYR0Oz ... See MoreSee Less
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