When it comes to selecting a senior living community, the best time to start your search is before you actually need to move. At McCrite Plaza Senior Living, located in Kansas City at Briarcliff and Topeka, we understand how overwhelming this transition can feel. That’s why we encourage future residents and their families to tour… Continue reading Touring and Choosing Senior Living Options Before You Need Them!
When we think of retirement communities and nursing homes, the outdated stigma of seniors sitting alone, watching TV, and wasting away often comes to mind. But at McCrite Plaza Senior Living in Kansas City at Briarcliff and Topeka, nothing could be further from the truth! Our residents lead active, engaging, and fulfilling lives, taking advantage… Continue reading Our Residents Don’t Just Sit Around Alone In Their Rooms – We Get Out On The Town!
As seniors age, their needs evolve, requiring increased attention to social interaction, physical activity, and overall well-being. At McCrite Plaza Senior Living, with locations in Kansas City at Briarcliff and in Topeka, we prioritize a vibrant, engaging lifestyle that enhances the health and happiness of our residents. Whether in independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing,… Continue reading Socialization and Physical Activity for Healthy Senior Living at McCrite Plaza Senior Living
Aging is a journey we all embark on, and for senior couples, the hope is to grow old together in good health. However, life often takes a different path. As we age, our bodies and minds naturally change, sometimes at different rates. One spouse may require additional support earlier than the other, which can present… Continue reading When Senior Couples Need Different Levels of Care
The holiday season, with its glittering lights and cheerful melodies, is often portrayed as a time of joy and togetherness. But for many, it highlights a stark reality: loneliness. Whether due to distance from loved ones, life transitions, or simply being on one’s own, holidays can be an isolating experience. However, living within a community… Continue reading Finding Comfort in Community During the Holidays
The concept of “nursing homes” often brings to mind images of sterile, clinical settings filled with hospital-like rooms and uniformed staff—a far cry from today’s vibrant and engaging senior communities. This stereotype has roots in a time when elderly care facilities did look and feel like hospitals. But over the decades, nursing homes have undergone… Continue reading The Evolution of Nursing Homes and Modern Senior Living
Retirement is a major milestone that brings opportunities for relaxation, new hobbies, and time with loved ones. However, it also requires thoughtful financial planning to ensure a comfortable and secure future. Whether you’re exploring independent senior living, considering assisted living, or planning for specialized care like memory care or skilled nursing, financial preparation is key.… Continue reading Financial Planning for Retirement: What Seniors Need to Know
In any airline safety briefing, the instruction is always to “put your own oxygen mask on first before helping others.” This image powerfully illustrates a concept essential for caregiving: to best care for others, caregivers must first care for themselves. This principle can feel counterintuitive, especially when taking care of aging parents or other loved… Continue reading Caring for the Caregiver: Why Putting Your Own Oxygen Mask on First Matters
As we age, the prospect of downsizing can feel overwhelming. Living in a 4-bedroom house when you’re an empty nester may seem comfortable, but as time goes on, maintaining a large home can become burdensome. For many seniors, staying in their family home feels like the best option, but downsizing offers practical benefits that can… Continue reading Downsizing Tips for Seniors: Simplify Your Home and Life for the Future
As our loved ones age or as we prepare for the future, finding the right senior living option becomes a critical decision. Whether you’re considering assisted living, independent senior living, rehabilitation services, or long-term care, understanding the range of care options available is essential. At McCrite Plaza Senior Living in Kansas City at Briarcliff and… Continue reading Navigating and Preparing for the Senior World: Choosing the Right Senior Living Option
