Cognitive reserve helps explain why some people show no dementia symptoms during life despite having Alzheimer’s-related brain changes. Their brains are able to compensate for damage through stronger mental resilience built over time. Research from Harvard Medical School highlights six behaviors that support cognitive
Some personalities are prone to think ahead and behave proactively while others prefer to face life as it comes with a more reactive approach. You might argue that different approaches are appropriate given the context of the decision at hand. While that might be true in a general sense, which approach is best
With so much to consider in the future, and so many options to sort through, it's no surprise that many seniors report feeling paralyzed by the enormity of this decision. Let's explore the six questions you should ask yourself to better understand what might make the most sense for you.
Mom reports that she is doing fine, but there is a feeling in the pit of your stomach that her day-to-day quality of life isn't what it should be. Is it time to move to an Assisted Living Community?
Early on the morning of August 20th, the residents of Stevenson Oaks found an unexpected guest on their front lawn.
A couple’s wedding is a special day, often planned with perfection in mind. However, these five couples learned that there is no guarantee things will go smoothly. Now, years later, these are the moments that make them smile the brightest when they remember their wedding day, bloopers and all.
Zapata spent over fourteen years in active duty before taking his position in the reserves and was recently promoted to Staff Sergeant E-6.
Brown shared, “It was a really great time to be together and celebrate all of the great things that lay ahead for Stevenson Oaks."
Veterans who live at Stevenson Oaks recall various stories from the Vietnam War.
From knowing where to go to figuring out how lunch works, the first day of kindergarten comes with its fair share of worries. And no one knows this better than Martha Farr, a retired kindergarten teacher who just re-lived those back-to-school jitters herself when she moved into MRC’s Stevenson Oaks retirement community.
As we age, our lives change—children grow up, careers shift, and social circles can become smaller. For many older adults, a sense of loneliness or loss of routine may begin to creep in. But one joyful, furry solution often brings warmth, comfort, and vitality back into daily life: owning a pet. Whether it’s a loyal dog,
The summer heat has arrived making hydration a major concern for Texans. For some, drinking plain water gets a bit dull, so we have curated a few recipes that can boost hydration, with minimal sugar, to making quenching your thirst a bit more interesting.
