Blog Posts

• Summer Fashion for Seniors: Stay Stylish and Comfortable

  

  

  Which adjectives best describe your wardrobe this summer? Frumpy and fogey-ish? Or fashionable and fabulous?  Sure, it’s pretty clear you’ve, um…matured well past the age of, how shall we say, the bare midriff....

• Volunteer Opportunities for Seniors: Making a Difference in Your Community

  

  

  Volunteering to serve others is rewarding at any age, but senior volunteering is that unique gift that benefits both the giver and the receiver. In fact, experts agree active adults who participate in retired senior...

• Healthy Grilling Recipes for a Delicious Summer

  

  

  “I love the culture of grilling. It creates an atmosphere that is festive but casual.” So says Bobby Flay, and the celebrity chef, restaurateur, and TV personality ought to know. Now that summer is in full swing, dust off...

• Managing Arthritis Pain in Summer: Tips and Tricks

  

  

  Ah summer. The balmy temps and sunshine nourish the soul. The body, not so much. In fact, to the question of whether hot weather actually makes arthritis worse, experts will answer with a resounding yes. The culprits, they...

• Summer Reading Recommendations for Seniors: Engaging and Entertaining Books

  

  

  Are you ready for a magical voyage that can transcend time and space, and introduce you to the galaxy's most fascinating characters? Well, no need to scrounge around for that passport. This is a journey that has three...

• Making Phoenix Your New Home

  

  

  There are active adults seeking the perfect backdrop for this exciting new chapter of life. And there is Phoenix, with a name that literally symbolizes rebirth and optimism for the future. Clearly a match made in...

• Celebrating National Senior Citizens Day

  

  

  President Ronald Reagan declared August 21st as National Senior Citizens Day in 1988, noting that “with improved health care and more years of productivity, older citizens are reinforcing their historical roles as leaders and...

• Navigating Social Media for Seniors

  

  

  A third of seniors over 65 use some form of social media, and the number of seniors online grows every year. Many residents of Overture apartments use social media to stay in touch with distant friends and family,...

• Creating a Vibrant Balcony Garden

  

  

  Nothing adds beauty to a balcony like live plants, whether you prefer flowers, herbs, vegetables, small trees, or hanging plants. Here are some suggestions for making a fantastic balcony garden, along with lists of the most...

• Mindfulness and Meditation for Seniors

  

  

  Overture Apartments ’s Soul program emphasizes the importance of mental and physical health in senior wellness. Meditation for seniors and mindfulness help keep our residents mentally sharp while reducing stress and...