Senior-Friendly Courses

At Solstice, we encourage our residents to live vibrantly and invest time in their interests and hobbies. One of the best parts of making the move to a senior living community is the time and support to learn new things!  Many companies specialize in online courses to explore your interests and undiscovered passions, which is a great option given in-person …

Opportunities To Volunteer for Seniors

Volunteering with an organization is a wonderful way to reengage with the people and things that matter to you and you’re passionate about. Many organizations are looking for seniors to become volunteers and bring their experience to those they serve. This year, due to the pandemic, many volunteer opportunities that would normally take place in person have transitioned to virtual …

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 …