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Fellowship Square encourages seniors to get into the spirit of the season! The holidays can be such a fun and joyous time — embrace it! And don’t let stress get in the way of celebrating the real reasons for the seasons. Read More

Fellowship Square encourages seniors to get outside in this beautiful fall weather and be inspired by nature. Read More

October is Healthy Lung Month, an observance period designated to help raise awareness for lung health and educate the public about the importance of taking care of their lungs to prevent the negative effects of bronchitis, mold, air pollution, smoking, and even general neglect. Fellowship Square offers some healthy lung tips for seniors. Read More

October 20 has been designated as World Osteoporosis Day, a time to bring awareness to osteoporosis and help people find out if they are at risk. Fellowship Square delves into the topic of osteoporosis, risk factors, and how to manage it. Read More

Fellowship Square offers tips for seniors and their caregivers on how to prioritize mental health and well-being. Read More

In honor of Healthy Aging Month, Fellowship Square offers tips for people of all ages who want to live their lives to the fullest at any age, but especially into their senior years. Read More

Grandparents Day is honored annually on the first Sunday after Labor Day. Beyond celebrating grandparents, Fellowship Square takes a look at the history of this holiday and how families can honor it this year. Read More

Fellowship Square dives into the topic of technology for seniors. Read More

Fellowship Square offers tips to help seniors manage and work through their grief. Read More

August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day. Fellowship Square takes a look at the dangers of prescription and non-prescription overdose and how seniors can prevent the risks. Read More

Fellowship Square encourages seniors that are looking for a positive way to spend their extra time to look into volunteering. Read More

Fire safety is a year-round concern. However, with monsoons casting wicked lightening (often without rain), seniors may be worried that a fire could start. Regardless of weather or other cause, Fellowship Square offers the following fire safety tips for seniors: Read More

With a few more months of monsoon season ahead, Fellowship Square offers monsoon safety tips for seniors. Read More

Fellowship Square delves into why keeping up with these appointments is so important — and other “super ager” tips. Read More

Fellowship Square advises how to safely enjoy the sun this summer — while protecting the skin. Read More

Research even shows that paying it forward and acts of kindness are good for one’s health! Paying it forward can help relieve stress, improve quality of life, contribute to one’s happiness, help develop connection with others and build strong relationships and more. So why not get into the spirit of goodwill towards others starting with a small gesture today? Read More

Fellowship Square offers some fun ideas for “stay-cationing” and saving some money this season. Read More

Fellowship Square offers simple ways that seniors can connect with the Lord, starting with prayer. Read More

Fellowship Square offers home safety tips for seniors that live alone. Read More

Fellowship Square offers tips for staying cool and fit this summer — in the pool! Read More

Fellowship Square offers tips for new grandparents on how to make the most of this experience, without overstepping boundaries of the new parents. Read More

Fellowship Square shares some expert-guided tips on how seniors can help maintain their ability to drive and offers some safety tips, too. Read More

Wednesday, May 25 is National Senior Health and Fitness Day, the country’s largest older adult promotional event focused on health and wellness. Fellowship Square shares the following health and fitness tips in honor of this day. Read More

Fellowship Square offers some tips on how seniors as well as their family members and caregivers can prepare for surgery. Read More

Fellowship Square takes a look at the phenomenon of the “super ager” — and tips on how to become one. Read More

In honor of National Donate Life Month, Fellowship Square shares more information about the decision to donate. Read More

Fellowship Square shares easy and fun ways to celebrate the Easter holiday with seniors. Read More

Tax Day is coming up! With Monday, April 18 being the day 2021 taxes need to be filed by, some seniors may be well into the process already. For those that are still wrapping them up, Fellowship Square offers the following tips. Read More

Overall, cognitive health is important at every age and particularly as people age. Fellowship Square dives into what cognitive health is and how seniors can improve theirs as they age. Read More

Fellowship Square encourages seniors to maintain healthy kidneys in honor of National Kidney Month. Read More

Fellowship Square offers the following tips for seniors that want to eat clean and healthy in the name of National Nutrition Month. Read More

Fellowship Square offers the following ways in which seniors can prepare for Lent and be successful in the days following. Read More

Moving itself can also come with some challenges so Fellowship Square offers tips for seniors as they move and downsize. Read More

Fellowship Square delves into the healthy habits that can maintain a healthy (and happy!) brain. Read More

February isn’t just about Valentine’s Day, it’s American Heart Month! In the spirit of self-love and care, Fellowship Square offers seniors heart-healthy tips. Read More

Glaucoma is something that seniors should be aware of as they age. Fellowship Square takes a deeper look at this condition, its symptoms, and how it can be prevented or delayed. Read More

Fellowship Square offers some advice on how often seniors should see their doctor and some topics to discuss during their routine physical. Read More

Fellowship Square offers tips for clearing out the clutter this year. Read More

In 2022, Fellowship Square encourages seniors to live their best lives and discover their best selves. With the help of some resolutions, and these tips on how to stick with them, this can be their best year yet! Read More

Fellowship Square offers some tips for celebrating New Year’s Eve and making resolutions for 2022! Read More

Fellowship Square shares some tips to help seniors get through the holidays and for caregivers and loved ones to help make the holidays a little brighter for seniors who are struggling. Read More

Fellowship Square offers four inexpensive (or free!) and fun ways to celebrate the holidays this season. Read More

Fellowship Square shares some exercise tips for seniors looking to move more in the name of comfort and mobility. Read More

As seniors age, there is a lot to consider regarding what they might pass down to their loved ones, family members, and future generations. Yes, this can include priceless family heirlooms and trust funds, but it should also include health history. Fellowship Square shares why it’s so important for seniors to have record of, and share, their personal health history. Read More

As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, a lot of emphasis is placed upon gratitude. While Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to show appreciation to others (and to oneself!), gratitude is a valuable asset to use all year round. And studies even show that having gratitude can help create happiness. Fellowship Square dives into this topic and offers advice to seniors on how to be more grateful, starting now! Read More

Fellowship Square offers three simple tips to help seniors and their caregivers with medication management. Read More

November is recognized as COPD Awareness Month. In honor of that recognition, Fellowship Square takes a closer look at what chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is and how seniors can protect themselves from this disease. Read More

Fellowship Square encourages seniors to turn to the Lord in times of illness, sadness, and loneliness to help them find comfort and solace. Read More

Fellowship Square suggests some fun tips to get seniors in a “Spooktacular” mood this month. Read More

Fellowship Square suggests some fall fitness tips to help seniors keep active as the hustle-bustle of the holidays approaches. Read More

Mental health is a topic that requires increased attention in today’s world. Unfortunately, seniors are not exempt from mental illness. Fellowship Square takes an in-depth look at how seniors, and their caregivers, can advocate for their mental health, which the National Institute of Mental Health defines as “emotional, psychological, and social well-being.” Read More

It’s officially autumn! And while the weather may not seem like it yet, fall activities abound and pumpkin spice is… well, everywhere! So it’s time to celebrate the season! Fellowship Square offers its residents and seniors fun ideas for the fall season. Read More

Falls Prevention Awareness Week, recognized from September 20 through 24 this year (with Falls Prevention Day occurring on Wednesday, September 22), is a campaign designed to help bring awareness to preventing falls. While many may think that falling is a natural part of aging, the National Council on Aging states falls can be prevented. Fellowship Square delves further into the topic of fall prevention. Read More

September is Healthy Aging Month! In recognition of that designation, Fellowship Square offers seniors the following tips to help them stay healthy and happy as they enjoy their golden years. Read More

Fellowship Square offers seniors some easy ways to connect with their grandchildren. Read More

Fellowship Square encourages seniors in retirement who might find themselves with more time on their hands than before to explore the Good Book. Here are a few tips to get started — just think of it as a “Reading the Bible 101.” Read More

Fellowship Square offers easy summer BBQ ideas for seniors. Read More

August is deemed National Immunization Awareness Month to raise awareness for the importance of vaccination for people of all ages. In recognition of this time of awareness, Fellowship Square delves into the important topic of vaccinations for seniors. Read More

Fellowship Square encourages its residents and all seniors to take advantage of their Golden Years with a new hobby that stimulates and engages their minds, bodies, and souls. Read More

Fellowship Square offers seniors tips for maintaining eye health as they age. Read More

Fellowship Square offers the following ideas for seniors to enjoy a “getaway” without leaving town. Read More

Fellowship Square offers seniors the following sun safety tips. Read More

Through prayer, attending mass, or reading scripture, seniors may find the strength and inspiration they need to get through long or lonely days. Fellowship Square offers the following scripture to help seniors find comfort. Read More

Fellowship Square offers some fun and simple ways to recognize Dad this Father’s Day. Read More

Fellowship Square offers the following tips for seniors looking for volunteer opportunities and shares some incredible benefits of community give back. Read More

Now that the weather is really heating up, it’s time to cool down! Despite the rising temperatures, seniors can get a great workout — without “overheating” — by doing some water fitness! The swimming pool is a refreshing place to turn up the dial on physical fitness. Fellowship Square shares some of the benefits of swimming for seniors and tips on getting started with a water workout. Read More

Memorial Day weekend serves as the unofficial kick-off to summer! Temperatures around the valley already feeling like summertime plus the fact that many seniors have been restricting their travel since COVID-19 add up to the perfect recipe for a fun three-day weekend itinerary in honor of Memorial Day. With that in mind, Fellowship Square offers some ways that seniors can enjoy a leisurely three-day weekend. Read More

Fellowship Square offers seniors easy seasonal meal time ideas. Read More

Fellowship Square offers some benefits pet ownership provides for seniors and shares some important things to consider so having a pet doesn’t become a burden. Read More

Earth Day is recognized around the world for just one “official” day a year, but honoring Mother Earth through conservation practices is something seniors (and everyone!) can do every single day. Fellowship Square encourages seniors to consider how they can become more eco-conscious this Earth Day. Read More

Fellowship Square reveals some important facts about seniors and stress and mechanisms to help them cope with them. Read More

On Easter Sunday, Christians will celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Fellowship Square offers safe tips to help seniors honor the rise of Christ this year. Read More

Fellowship Square encourages residents and seniors to take advantage of the spring season and have a little fun. Need some inspiration? Here are a few ideas… Read More

In honor of National Nutrition Month, Fellowship Square offers seniors tips for nutritional eating in the name of health. Read More

Fellowship Square aims to help seniors “wake up” to the importance of the proper amount of sleep and how to promote quality sleep in the name of health with the following tips and advice. Read More

March is designated as National Kidney Month, a time to understand the risks of and ways to prevent kidney disease as well as raise awareness about it. In honor of this vital organ, Fellowship Square shares some tips for kidney health and kidney disease prevention. Read More

February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Month, a time dedicated to bringing awareness to the important health topic of eyesight health and educating people about how they can prevent age-related vision loss and low vision. Fellowship Square takes a peek into this topic and sheds some light on how seniors can care for their vision as they age. Read More

Fellowship Square offers some safe and fun ways for seniors to recognize Fat Tuesday and prepare for Lent. Read More

This February, Fellowship Square encourages seniors to get heart-healthy! It’s never too late to care for one’s heart, body and mind. So, in honor of American Heart Health Month and preserving seniors’ quality of life, we have several tips for a healthy heart. Read on to learn more. Read More

It’s been a long and lonely road for many seniors since the onset of COVID-19 last year, and there have been many developments and theories about the best ways to combat the virus and protect one’s self from contracting it. Luckily now in Arizona the vaccine is available to all seniors 65 and older, and the process for administering the shots seems to be smoothing out. One of the theories that has been questioned is whether a humidifier can help prevent seniors from contracting COVID-19. Fellowship Square explores the current research as it related to if and how these machines can be of benefit. Read More

Though it's already mid-January, some people are still making resolutions or deciding if they even want to! And why not? There is no science that supports a resolutions has to be made and begun on January 1 to see specific results. Any day is a good day to make a change if someone really wants to make a change! But regardless of the day they are begun, resolutions can be a great way to get and stay motivated toward making a change. With that in mind, Fellowship Square delves into why resolutions are important… and when they can become overwhelming. Read More

Fellowship Square offers seniors tips for decluttering their living spaces this year. Read More

Fellowship Square encourages seniors to get excited about the New Year with some easy resolution-making tips for 2021. Read More

The holidays seem to be approaching more quickly than ever before! With just a few more days before Christmas and just weeks away from the New Year, Fellowship Square offers seniors stress-free tips to get through the season — and the end of the year. Read More

We have all experienced a great deal of change and uncertainty this year. Staying physically distant and trying to adjust to a ‘new normal’ has proven challenging. However, as 2020 comes to a close, Read More

Fellowship Square offers the following tips to help seniors feel holly jolly this Christmas. Read More

Fellowship Square reminds seniors that the Lord is always by their side and encourages them to connect with Him during the holidays when seeking comfort and joy. Read More

There is no doubt it has been a difficult year with the health concerns surrounding COVID-19 at the forefront of many seniors’ minds. And, unfortunately, as the year finally comes to a close, comes another “downer” — Seasonal Affective Disorder. Fellowship Square discusses this disorder, why this year may impact seniors worse than in previous years, and tips to help combat it. Read More

Fellowship Square shares some important information for seniors in regards to diabetes. Read More

For seniors that enjoy cooking and baking with pumpkin, Fellowship Square offers the following ideas featuring all things pumpkin! Read More

Fellowship Square offers simple tips for using prayer to reconnect with the Lord. Read More

Yoga has its roots in ancient traditions, but its popularity endures today, especially as a low-impact exercise suitable for older adults. Read More

Even though the valley’s daytime temperatures may not be indicative of the transition from summer, it’s time to celebrate the fall season! Read More

Fellowship Square shares more from the WHF about CVD and some heart healthy tips too. Read More

Fellowship Square shares tips for seniors to protect themselves against injury due to falling. Read More

For couples that are hoping to reconnect and rekindle their love through retirement, moving, illness or other situations, Fellowship Square offers the following tips. Read More

In honor of Healthy Aging Month, the Fellowship Square staff offers their own tips for healthy living at any age! Read More

Fellowship Square offers tips to help seniors reconnect with estranged loved ones. Read More

Fellowship Square offers seniors five easy money management tips to help them budget their funds — while still having fun throughout their retirement. Read More

Fellowship Square offers the following vaccination tips in honor of NIAM. Read More

Fellowship Square suggests some easy ways to virtually connect with their beloved seniors. Read More

Fellowship Square offers some fun ways seniors can get some vacation vibes. Read More

July has been designated as Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Month, and while most people (especially in the Valley of the Sun) are already well aware of the dangers of overexposure to the sun, one can never be too careful! Fellowship Square offers seniors tips to help them stay safe from the sun as the summer heat intensifies. Read More

Father’s Day is coming up on Sunday, June 21. This day offers an excellent opportunity to reconnect with Dad, share memories and find ways to show him how much he means to you. Read More

We are experiencing an unprecedented event, but let’s remember that God is still with us and He is still in control. Read More