Too much screen time — the time you spend staring at a television, mobile device or computer screen — can cause issues with vision including strained or dry eyes. But seniors don't have to give up on entertainment just because they want a break from screens. Podcasts are a great way to enjoy commentary, news and stories without needing to look at a screen.

Few things can top the power of a Christmas tree when it comes to transforming the atmosphere of a room. A centuries-old tradition, these decorated trees are instantly recognizable symbols of the holiday season, regardless of the types of embellishments and decorative styles added to them.The nostalgia and familiarity of Christmas trees has led to them being used in nearly every other aspect of Christmas, such as the shapes of sugar cookies and the images displayed on greeting cards, and imagina...

Keeping up with what's relevant to grandchildren or other kids in your life isn't always easy from an assisted living community. Even if you use smartphones or other tools to chat regularly with special young people, the trends change as fast as the season. For Cambridge Court residents who are looking for gift ideas for kids in their family this season, here's the 411 on what's hot (and safe) for kids this year. 

Fortitude is strength of the mind and soul to withstand adversity and suffering. The greater the pain or hardship, or the longer it lasts, the more susceptible we become to collapsing under its weight. Jesus teaches us in the parable of the house built on the rock that to have the fortitude we need to handle the storms of life, we have to dig deep and lay a good foundation. Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house o...

Some knee and joint issues are expected with age, and it's helpful to understand the different conditions that can arise as well as what steps you can take to proactively preserve healthy knees. Once you know what to look for and how to prevent it, you'll have a leg up on how to achieve optimal knee health.