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...

We're deep into the holiday season, and we know that while seasonal festivities can be a lot of fun, they can also be exhausting to people of all ages. Balancing enjoyment of the season with your own mental and physical health isn't always easy, which is why we've offered a few tips below for getting the most out of the holidays while also planning for rest, relaxation and rejuvenation for yourself.1. Engage in a Christmas Devotional SeriesFor people of faith, the entire reason for t...

Autumn has been in full swing around Grand Junction for weeks with plenty of memorable moments. Winter is just around the corner now, but before we say goodbye to this time period and turn our attention to the upcoming holidays, here are four fun fall activities to help you enjoy the season to its fullest.Craft a Thankfulness TreeThankfulness trees are a great way to count your blessings this season and create a deeply personalized centerpiece for your living space. While you can opt to fill out...

A recent addition to national holidays, I Love Yarn Day was created by the Craft Yarn Council as a way to celebrate fiber arts and the joy of fashioning with your own hands. This year the annual holiday falls on October 12, but the entire month and winter season is a great time to get involved in organizations that need your knitting and crocheting skills.There are many women's shelters, children's care centers and hospitals right here in Grand Junction that accept donations, but if you ...

The mental health benefits of art are well-known among the medical and scientific communities, which is why so many activity directors in senior living apartments make sure to include art programs in their calendar events. Grand Villa is no exception; we regularly host outings to nearby art galleries and offer art-themed activities for our residents to enjoy.We are thrilled when we see our residents not only enjoying their golden years, but thriving in them. And we know that art can help them to...