Happy Holidays from Solstice Senior Living

This year has been full of change, but we hope that you were able to find joy and happiness despite the challenges. 2020 has been a year of change, and this holiday season we want to take a moment to express our gratitude to all who have been with us as we’ve grown and adapted. As we reflect on this …

Crafting Through the Holidays

The holiday season is finally here! If you are looking to add some festive cheer to your apartment, check out these adorable craft ideas.  Winter Wreaths Wreaths are one of the best crafts to add holiday cheer to your space. Spruce up your door and entryway with a variety of different materials, including pinecones, pom poms, garland, paint and more. …

The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide

The holiday season is finally here! This year in particular, many people are turning to online shopping to find presents for their loved ones. Check out our tips for making the best of your online shopping experience. Look Before You Buy When surfing websites like Amazon or eBay, it is very likely you will see more than one vendor selling …

Thanksgiving Is a Time To Be Grateful

Thanksgiving is a special time to reflect and give thanks with those you love. Although it’s going to look a little different this year, our Solstice Senior Living communities are dedicated to creating a safe and special Thanksgiving celebration for every resident to enjoy.  Our ElevateⓇ dining program is creating delicious and nutritious meals for residents to enjoy, and our …

What is Vibrant Life®?

At their core, Solstice Senior Living communities are designed to create value for residents through meaningful care and excellent service. Vibrant Life® is an innovative, holistic program that allows residents to create their own schedules and connect with their loved ones and community. There are seven main components to living a Vibrant Life®. Our Vibrant Life® directors use these components …

15 Balance Exercises for Seniors

It’s normal for seniors to lose some of their sense of balance as they age, but just because it’s normal doesn’t mean it’s something you should shrug off. Things like going for a walk or standing on a stepladder become much more risky in your older years than they ever were before. And falls are, by far, the leading cause of …

How To Make Your Space Feel Like Home

Every move comes with the opportunity to personalize a new space and build a place that feels like home, and moving to a senior living community is no different. (With the added bonus that your new home comes with great amenities and a built-in community!) When making the move to senior living, many residents go from a full-size house to …

Solstice at Corpus Christi featured in story as Texas moves to expand visitation options

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has directed the state’s Health and Human Services Commission to expand visitation options for several types of senior-living facilities. Solstice Senior Living Executive Director Michelle Kelm said she has been anticipating an announcement like this for months. “We put a lot of thought preparation and care into being ready for this day,” she said. “We have …

Play the Boredom Away: Best Card Games for a Rainy Day

As we head into month six of quarantine, it’s no surprise that you may be going a little bit stir crazy. Even during normal times, boredom can occasionally set in, and it’s good to have go-to games and activities that make downtime more enjoyable. While there are endless activities you can enjoy without going anywhere, today we want to focus …