Tips & Education

Transient ischemic attacks (TIA) and stroke are potential health risks for seniors. CRISTA Senior Living is committed to providing exceptional care and ensuring the well-being of its residents. As part of this dedication, raising awareness about health issues that affect the senior population is crucial. One such concern is the occurrence of TIA and the potential danger they pose.

Family caregivers fill an essential role in our world. As parents grow older, there comes a time when they need some extra help. To begin, that may be as simple as providing a ride to the doctor or taking them grocery shopping. Then it may progress to helping with chores around the house. And finally, there comes a day when they need to stop living alone.

CRISTA Senior Living knows that gardening enriches life at CRISTA Senior Living. Studies have shown that gardening and being in nature reduces stress, lowers blood pressure, and slows our heart rate.

Disaster preparedness is important for every senior, whether in your home or a senior living community. That’s why CRISTA Senior Living in Shoreline, WA, has an Emergency Preparedness & Safety Committee that meets regularly.

Christian Life Plan and Senior Living Communities are committed to providing compassionate Christian care and faith-based services that support each resident's personal journey through life.

When considering hearing aids, the first step is to perform a hearing evaluation by a qualified audiologist or hearing healthcare professional.

Choosing the right place and time to move into a senior living community requires forethought and planning. With decades of experience helping seniors thrive in their retirement years, Julie Raymond Chalk, MSSA, LMSW, emphasizes that having a plan and knowing what you want provides more options and is worthwhile, even before a person wants or needs to move from their own home.

Caregiver burnout is a reality even in the best of situations. Needing a break from meeting the needs of your loved one doesn’t mean you love them less, are being selfish, or are inadequate to provide for them. It just means you are human. Recognizing your limitations is important when providing long-term care.

The right senior living community can be a blessing to you or your loved one. It can provide a beautiful setting in which to enjoy one's retirement while offering the appropriate level of care or support. However, the levels of quality, competence, and expertise between communities can vary. A campus tour is an essential part of the assessment process.