Senior Living News

7 Signs It Might Be Time to Give Up Your License

Giving up your license feels like you're giving up a bit of your independence, especially in an area like Kansas City that lacks a robust public transportation system. However, it could eventually become an issue of safety — for you and others on the road. Whether you're deciding for yourself or a loved one, the following signs could be indicators that it's time to find alternative modes of transportation.

5 Home Modifications for a Safer Home for Seniors

Here at The Gardens at Barry Road, we know there are many measures older adults can take to help them thrive in their homes. While mobility and health issues often make routine activities more difficult, home modifications can help counter these issues and support your independence.

Family Recipe Book: 5 Ideas for Creating a Legacy to Pass Down

In past decades, meal culture has shifted from most meals cooked and eaten at home to many people eating out 50% of the time or more. This is likely a shift older adults have seen in person. But the COVID-19 pandemic left a legacy on meal culture. People were often forced to cook and eat at home more often during and just after the height of the pandemic and lockdowns, and that's a tradition that stuck for many families.

Saving on Travel: 7 Tips for Senior Adventurers With a Budget

Whether you're traveling with a group of friends you made in assisted living or crossing the country to visit grandchildren, you might have a budget to contend with. These seven tips help you save as a senior while traveling around Kansas City or across the world.

Off the Beaten Path: 8 Unusual Hobbies to Consider in Retirement

More free time is one of retirement's biggest benefits. as it lets seniors explore new hobbies. Senior centers and assisted living communities offer scheduled activities ranging from indoor crafts to outdoor recreational pursuits.

9 New Books to Read This Summer

Balmy summer days call for endless lemonades and reading sessions on the porch. Reading is a great way to relax and learn new skills. The assisted living community at The Gardens at Barry Road offers many reading nooks to enjoy the latest reads to hit the shelves.

Retirement Budgeting Tips: Find Out If You Qualify for These Benefits

With costs rising rapidly, many seniors are feeling the pinch. At The Gardens at Barry Road in Kansas City, Missouri, we're always looking for ways to make life a little easier for older adults. Whether you're searching for an assisted living community or looking for a way to stay in your home a little longer, one of these benefits programs may help you save money during your retirement years.