New Haven at the Willow

Eating Together Eating together is one of the best ways to bond. It is at the dining table that people let go of their boundaries and focus on having a good time in each other’s presence. Such is the value of having a shared dining room in the New Haven at the Willow. #SeniorCare #NewHavenAtTheWillow

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Before Moving Day If you’re loved one has decided to move into a care facility, it will take some time before they fully adjust. Here’s what you can do to make it easier for them: Let them air out their fears, complaints, and grievances.... Talk about what finally made them want to move in (or what still holds them back). Have them join you in planning how their room will look like. Invite friends and family to help with the move. Promise to stay in touch (and commit to it). #SeniorCareGuide #NewHavenAtTheWillow

Moving Forward "No river can return to its source, yet all rivers must have a beginning." - Proverb The great thing about changes is that they give you a chance to start anew with every day that passes. No matter what kind of situation you may be in today, you still have a shot at something better tomorrow. ... We at New Haven at the Willow would love to help your loved one experience new beginnings. Contact us today and learn how we can give them a place to live independently without worry and fear. #Aging #SeniorCare

Advice on Being a Less Grumpy Senior Are you worried that your aging loved one won’t feel happy in their new environment? Here are some tips to help them stay positive: 1. Tell them not to focus so much on the bad things happening to them.... 2. Let them feel like they are more than their health problems. 3. Let them be open to new things. 4. Give them a chance to try something new for themselves. 5. Let them know that there will always be people who care for them. #Aging #Support #SeniorCareGuide

Another Year of Home-Like Service With the arrival of a new year comes the promise of bright beginnings. Let your loved one find such a beginning at our welcoming and family-friendly care home in Santa Clarita, California! #SeniorCareHome #NewHavenattheWillow

Why You Should Visit an Assisted Living Facility During the Holidays The holidays give families a great opportunity to visit our care home. Here are the reasons why you should do so:... The ambiance is lively. This is one of the few times of the year when the whole family gets together. There a lot of fun activities. It is the perfect time to introduce a senior who has doubts about assisted care homes. There are special events that they can participate in together with their loved one. #Holidays #Advice

Thinking of Something to Give to Your Loved One? Do you believe that old folks can’t learn new things? You might be surprised to see that your aging loved one can get with the times. Try giving them a tablet or smartphone as a holiday gift. It’s great for staying in touch with them! #Gifts #NewHavenattheWillow

Should You Still Be Worried About Hypothermia? You might think that few adults (much less senior citizens) are in danger of hypothermia with California’s bright skies. But temperatures can still drop at night, and senior adults tend to lose heat faster. This can still put them at risk! It’s a good idea to pack warm clothing for your loved ones if they are staying in our care home. Of course, you can count on our hardworking care staff to take great care of them. #ColdWeather #Hypothermia

Loneliness Can Be Dangerous for Your Loved Ones A study by the University of California, Berkeley revealed that nearly half of all Americans feel lonely. 46% said that they feel alone while 47% feel left out. This may be a problem for your loved ones. Research also shows that seniors who feel lonely have a higher risk of developing high blood pressure and chronic illnesses.... How do you help relieve your aging loved ones' loneliness? Share your thoughts in the comments. #Loneliness #NewHavenattheWillow

Be Careful with Drinks Is your loved one fond of drinking? While it’s good to stay hydrated, sometimes you should check if what they’re drinking is full of sugar and other additives. Luckily, we make sure that what your loved one drinks is good for their health in our care home! ... #Reminders #Drinks

Looking at Old Photos Together While the smartphone has outpaced the camera in popularity, old photographs are still valuable as tokens of sentimental value and remembrance. Have you tried looking through old photographs with your aging loved one? Try looking for old albums back home and take them with you on your next visit to our care home. Not only will you cheer them up, but you might also hear some stories from them while looking through images of days gone by. ... #OldPhotos #Memories

Pay Your Senior Loved Ones a Visit Once in a While No matter how hard you convince them that moving into an assisted living facility is good for them, your aging loved ones may still feel that they have been sent away from the people they love. To help your aging loved one adjust to life in assisted living, make sure to visit once in a while. Not only will you cheer them up but you also help them feel that they are indeed at home and that their family and friends will always... be there for them. #Visits #Advice