Just as physical exercise keeps our bodies strong, engaging in activities that stimulate our brains can help keep our minds sharp and agile. At OceanView, we understand the significance of cognitive health and have curated a list of mental sharpness techniques that can help seniors stimulate their brains. Keep reading to learn more! Read more
As retirement approaches, many seniors look forward to the prospect of living in an active retirement community—a place where they can enjoy their newfound freedom while engaging in various activities and socializing with like-minded individuals. One of the most exciting aspects of transitioning to such a community is the opportunity to customize your living space to suit your individual preferences and lifestyle.
Here are some helpful tips and tricks for personalized retirement living spaces to make your home your own. Read more
While some may assume that technology is reserved for the younger generations, the truth is that it can greatly enhance the retirement experience for older adults. Let’s explore the advantages of technology for seniors and how it can bring even more joy and fulfillment to retirement. Read more
Retirement is a time for relaxation, exploration, and the pursuit of newfound passions. It’s an opportunity to bid farewell to the stresses of work and embrace a life of leisure. However, amidst the excitement of this new chapter, it’s important to consider the financial aspect of retirement living – after all, we want to ensure that our golden years are not encumbered by financial concerns. Keep reading to learn more about retirement living costs. Read more
The winter season brings with it festive cheer, hot cocoa, and cozy evenings indoors. Unfortunately, it also brings icy sidewalks, cold winds, snow-covered driveways, and slippery roads that can pose a serious risk to seniors. However, there are many simple steps that seniors can take to protect themselves! In this blog post, we will outline 8 winter safety tips for seniors and discuss how a senior living community can help you stay safe and happy during the Maine winter. Read more
Retirement can be one of the most liberating and fulfilling times of your life. You finally have the time to relax, explore your hobbies, travel, and spend more time with your loved ones. However, it’s important to find a living arrangement that meets your needs and preferences as you age. If you’re thinking about moving to a retirement community or senior apartment in Maine, there are many factors to consider that will ensure you’ll be happy, healthy, and engaged. Read more
The chance of developing dementia or Alzheimer’s disease increases as we age. It’s a growing problem around the world that affects millions of people’s cognitive function, memory, behavior, and ability to perform daily activities. It can be a scary thought, especially for seniors who want to maintain their quality of life for as long as possible.
While there is no proven way to prevent or cure dementia, there are several known ways to reduce risk of dementia development. Read more
Congratulations, Betty!
“In recognition of the 23 years of residency in the Town of Falmouth, and that you have been declared the oldest female citizen of the Town at the age of 101, it is with great pleasure that we hereby honor you as our 33rd recipient of the Falmouth Boston Post Cane.” – Hope Cahan, Town Council Chair
Betty posing with the Boston Post Cane
The Boston Post Cane is a tradition dating back to 1909 honoring the oldest residents in a town. It is celebrated across hundreds of towns in New England to this day.
Falmouth House resident Betty was born in New Jersey but has spent most of her life in Maine. She and her family lived in Raymond for more than 40 years before settling into an OceanView cottage in 2000.
Betty moved to Falmouth House almost two years ago.
Surrounded by her neighbors and staff at Falmouth House, her close friends and family, and officials from the Town of Falmouth, Betty accepted the historic Boston Post Cane.
Sadly, Betty passed away in our care in January of 2024.
Aging is inevitable, but that doesn’t mean that we have to let it rule our lives. One of the best things that seniors can do to maximize daily quality of life is to exercise regularly. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the health benefits of exercise for seniors, offer six tips for working regular exercise into your retirement schedule, and list some of the best exercises for seniors. Read more
Our new wildflower meadow is in full bloom, and it’s wishing you a happy summer solstice!
This week is National Pollinator Week, and it’s a fitting time to introduce you to our beautiful meadow packed with wildflowers.
This new project is an effort to make our 80-acre campus a more friendly environment for our local pollinators, like bees and butterflies, which play an important role in our ecosystem and are shrinking in population.
We have also designated many locations on campus to be naturalization areas, where we will allow the plants and grass to grow naturally, including the grass around the wildflower meadow. This will encourage biodiversity and help our pollinators.
This is all part of OceanView’s Commitment to Sustainability.
The meadow is near our conservation area and can be seen from Middle Road with the historic Whipple Farm House in the background.
The meadow is composed of a mix of a pollinator-friendly native flowers, and the bees are loving it!
Explore these images and expect more in the weeks ahead!
