Life has changed in many ways since the COVID-19 pandemic made its way to the United States. Colorado's governor issued a stay-at-home order to protect residents of Denver, Boulder, Grand Junction and other cities against the virus, leaving many people wondering what they can do to pass the time.Even as stay-at-home orders expire and people tentatively work their way to a new normal, many people are calling for phased approaches — and social distancing is still a good way to keep yourself and ot...

Making music and playing instruments is part of being human. Whether you've been playing your whole life or are just deciding to take up an instrument, creating music has many benefits. But trying to learn or practice an instrument when you live in a small apartment can be difficult.

At Grand Villa assisted living community in Grand Junction, we make it a priority to empower our residents. A flexible social calendar, spacious assisted living apartments, exercise classes and providing various options for working with staff to maintain health are some of the ways we support seniors in living independently and vibrantly. We also enjoy seeing our residents learn about ways to empower themselves.Being empowered to make the right health care decision for yourself is important, and...

Every year on March 3rd, deli counters around the nation celebrate National Cold Cuts day. It's not a super official holiday, and you don't have to wait until it rolls around to get the benefit of tasty cold cuts in your assisted living apartment. Discover some benefits this food can provide and get some ideas for serving or snacking on it below.Cold Cuts: Delicious ConvenienceWhy are cold cuts an ideal food for your assisted living apartment?

Whether you're an entrepreneurial spirit that can't sit still for retirement or you'd love a small influx of cash for treating yourself or your grandchildren with, modern technology makes it easy to join the gig economy as a senior. Residents of the Grand Villa assisted living community in Grand Junction, CO, can put their time and talents to work to make a little money if they want to. It does take some work and research, but here are a few things to know before you get started as w...