Life at The Marshes of Skidaway Island.

The Marshes of Skidaway Island resident Paul Hitch recently celebrated his 101st birthday in a unique way. Hitch, the former chief engineer for Chevy Trucks, received a visit from the current chief engineer, Eric Stanczak, to celebrate both his 101st birthday and the Chevy truck’s centennial. Stanczak brought both a new 2018 Chevy Silverado and …

Savannah offers exciting places to dine out for all tastes. Which Savannah ice cream parlor has the best ice cream in Savannah? It all depends on what you like. Leopold’s A lot of people like Leopold’s, located on East Broughton street. The decor resembles an old-fashioned ice cream parlor, not surprising considering Leopold’s first opened …

As more seniors are retiring, senior living communities in Savannah are providing more activities for seniors to gain health benefits and to feel a part of a team. There are plenty of activities that seniors can do that are low impact and still fun. Bocce Ball The physical aspects of bocce ball can be made …

If you’re a senior looking to get into the water to get your exercising in, you’re in luck. Working out in the water can be very beneficial, and most of your water exercises are very similar to the exercises performed working out on land. There are a few different activities that make up water exercise …

Many people at Savannah Retirement Homes enjoy playing Mexican Train Dominoes. Some folks find enjoyment in this game through being able to chat with their friends. For these folks, the game is secondary to the company. However, other people are interested in the game out of a thirst for winning. If you happen to be …

In the last decade, social media has become a useful tool in helping seniors stay connected with their family. For widowed seniors, loneliness can be a real problem, and Facebook helps them feel involved in the day to day life of their family. While plugging into social media has enormous benefits, it is also a …

Not getting enough sleep can have a serious impact on the physical and mental well-being of seniors. Persistent sleep problems can increase the risk of conditions like heart disease, stroke, and diabetes or worsen chronic pain. While the general recommendation is to strive for 7-8 hours of productive sleep each night, it’s not always easy …

Are you keeping up with your New Year Resolutions? The New Year offers individuals a chance to improve their lives and make every day count. Senior citizens can take advantage of this opportunity to start new habits that will help them stay physical fit and mentally sharp. The Marshes’ Savannah senior housing can help you …

Regardless of your age, eating a nutrient-dense diet packed with fresh fruits and vegetables is the cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle. This is true whether you’re a young child or a senior citizen. But, for a variety of reasons, many seniors simply don’t eat an adequate allotment of fresh fruits and veggies and in these …