A “social prescription” is something that senior living professionals can use as a non-drug solution that is based on an older adult’s life history, individual preferences, and current abilities. … Read more
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Social Prescribing – the New Drug for Feeling Better
Social prescribing is intended to address an individual’s personal interests and hobbies or passions. Rather than your healthcare provider focusing on the physical or medical problem at hand, they’re addressing your social/emotional needs too.… Read more
Senior Living Strategy for Consumer Health and Happiness
Purpose is one of the best predictors of happiness and individuals without purpose are more likely to suffer from depression, boredom, loneliness, and anxiety.… Read more
Building Intergenerational Connections
Fostering relationships between staff members, volunteers, families, and residents that include all different age groups can help build trust, promote meaningful engagement, and combat loneliness, helplessness, and boredom.… Read more
Meaning as Medicine
A social prescription integrates fully with a person’s individuality focusing on making available social and environmental options that will be the most meaningful for them. … Read more
